Rideshare | Ariane 6 Maiden Flight | June 15 to July 31 - Rideshare | Ariane 6 Maiden Flight | June 15 to July 31 - European Space Forum

Andrew Parsonson@andyparsonson

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#1 · July 10, 2024, 12:16 am

There has been an anomaly with the Ariane 6 APU. The Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) pressurizes the upper stage tanks to allow for in-orbit Vinci engine restarts, ensuring consistent fuel delivery. Additionally, the APU provides a small amount of thrust, contributing to the maneuverability and precision of the rocket during its mission.

They are currently examining whether or not the final Vinci engine can be performed. The deployment of the final two payloads may not be possible.

#2 · July 9, 2024, 10:12 pm

The first, second, and third payload separation events have been completed successfully in quick succession. A fourth is expected, but that will only occur after the deorbit burn close to three hours into the mission.

#3 · July 9, 2024, 9:59 pm

The second upper stage Vinci burn has been completed. The first payload separation event will follow in a few minutes.

#4 · July 9, 2024, 9:21 pm

Upper stage engine shutdown complete. We're not entering a cruise phase. Next event will occur at 56:20 into the flight when the next upper stage burn will occur.

#5 · July 9, 2024, 9:15 pm

Core stage separation and upper stage ignition complete!

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#6 · July 9, 2024, 9:08 pm

Ariane 6 inaugural flight is progressing beautifully. Core stage engine shutdown and separation are coming up.

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#7 · July 9, 2024, 9:04 pm

LIFTOFF!

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#8 · July 9, 2024, 8:52 pm

10 minutes until liftoff, and still all green.

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#9 · July 9, 2024, 8:40 pm

About 20 minutes until liftoff, and we're all green!

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#10 · July 9, 2024, 7:38 pm

Propellant tanks are topped off, and we're green across the board. The inaugural Ariane 6 flight is always ready for liftoff.

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