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Private Moon Lander Peregrine Is Already in Big Trouble [Update]

ULA’s Vulcan Centaur lifted off on January 8, 2024 at 2:18 a.m. ET from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
ULA’s Vulcan Centaur lifted off on January 8, 2024 at 2:18 a.m. ET from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Photo: C&J Images

“Unfortunately, it appears the failure within the propulsion system is causing a critical loss of propellant,” Astrobotic noted on X. “The team is working to try and stabilize this loss, but given the situation, we have prioritized maximizing the science and data we can capture.” Astrobotic is now brainstorming “alternative mission profiles” for Peregrine in an attempt to salvage the project. – Passant Rabie Read More