Get ready for liftoff (well, technically undocking), space fans! The Axiom Mission 3 (Ax-3) crew is preparing to depart the International Space Station (ISS) and return to Earth, and you can witness the historic moment live thanks to NASA coverage. Originally scheduled for Saturday, February 3rd, the undocking has been delayed due to weather conditions and is now targeting no earlier than Monday, February 5th.
But fear not, the excitement still awaits! Here's everything you need to know:
The Mission:
- Ax-3 is the third all-private astronaut mission to the ISS.
- The four-member crew consists of Michael López-Alegría, Walter Villadei, Marcus Wandt, and Alper Gezeravci.
- They've spent two weeks aboard the ISS conducting scientific experiments and enjoying the incredible views of Earth.
The Departure:
- The crew will undock from the ISS in their SpaceX Dragon spacecraft named "Freedom."
- NASA will provide live coverage of the undocking and departure procedures starting at 5:45 AM EST on Monday, February 5th.
- You can watch the action unfold on NASA+, NASA Television, the NASA app, YouTube, and the agency's website.
The Return:
- The Dragon capsule will splash down off the coast of Florida around 7 PM EST.
- The crew will bring back over 550 pounds of cargo, including research data and NASA hardware.
Why is this important?
- Ax-3 marks a significant step forward in commercial spaceflight, paving the way for more private missions and partnerships.
- This mission expands access to the ISS, enabling more people to conduct research and experience space exploration.
Don't miss this chance to be a part of history! Tune in to NASA's coverage on Monday, February 5th, and witness the Axiom Mission 3 crew's return to Earth.
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