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Old 04-17-2021, 10:38 PM
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The launch window is instantaneous, so no waiting around for a delay. The backup launch time/date is 5:49 am Friday, then two days off and the next attempt would be the 26th and 27th.

Predawn launches are the best for longer visibility because the sun hasn’t risen for us on the ground, but shines on the rocket and plume brightly.

I believe sunrise is at 6:54 am.

Enjoy![/QUOTE]

a BONUS is there are meteor showers through April 26th and best viewing time is pre-dawn!!!