SpaceX postpones Polaris Dawn private spacewalk mission due to helium leak, delaying launch from August 27th.

SpaceX has postponed the launch of its historic first-ever private spacewalk mission, Polaris Dawn, due to a helium leak. The four-person mission, led by serial space entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, was initially set for August 27th but has been delayed until at least August 28th. The mission includes the first-ever commercial spacewalk, and the crew will conduct experiments and spacewalks wearing SpaceX's newly developed EVA suits. Polaris Dawn aims to generate valuable scientific data from life and materials research studies, potentially paving the way for more commercial missions and space tourism.

August 27, 2024
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