SpaceX Crew-12 Rockets into Space with NASA’s Milestone Launch
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 mission marked a significant milestone in space exploration as it successfully lifted off at 5:15 a.m. EST. The launch took place from Space Launch Complex 40 located at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
Key Participants of Crew-12 Mission
The mission involves a diverse crew of astronauts and cosmonauts:
- Jessica Meir – NASA Astronaut
- Jack Hathaway – NASA Astronaut
- Sophie Adenot – ESA (European Space Agency) Astronaut
- Andrey Fedyaev – Roscosmos Cosmonaut
Launch Details
As the Falcon 9 rocket and SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft soared into space, the crew experienced a force of 2 g. The spacecraft is set to autonomously dock with the International Space Station’s Harmony module approximately 34 hours after launch, scheduled for 3:15 p.m. on Saturday, February 14.
Flight Dynamics
During the initial three minutes of flight, the nine Merlin engines on the Falcon 9’s first stage burn through over one million pounds of propellant. The Dragon spacecraft travels at an impressive speed of 17,000 mph in Earth’s orbit.
Live Coverage and Updates
Viewers can follow the Crew-12 mission through various platforms:
- NASA+
- Amazon Prime
- YouTube Channel – NASA
For the latest mission milestones, updates are available on the mission blog and social media channels:
- @NASAKennedy on X
- NASA Kennedy on Facebook
SpaceX Crew-12 serves as a testament to international collaboration in space. It embodies NASA’s commitment to advancing human spaceflight and exploration through innovative partnerships.
