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  1. BJK

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    #1 BJK, Apr 30, 2022
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  3. jcurry

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    #3 jcurry, May 1, 2022
    They should probably contact Elon and see if they can launch on a Falcon;)
     
  4. tazandjan

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    #4 tazandjan, May 1, 2022
    Based on the X-24 aero database, it appears.
     
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    #5 BJK, May 1, 2022
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    #6 BJK, May 1, 2022
    Today



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    #7 Bob Parks, May 1, 2022
    I think that I saw that in a dream one night after too much scotch.
     
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    #9 BJK, May 12, 2022
    Structural folding wing test at 1:05



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  10. jcurry

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    #10 jcurry, May 12, 2022
    I don't get it. Is this thing launched within a full shroud?
     
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    #11 BJK, May 12, 2022
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    Post #1 - read wiki. ;) >>> cargo version, folded wings in shroud. >>> Future crewed version- no shroud to ensure ability to abort (shoot off and land)

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    #12 BJK, Nov 2, 2023
    Moving along, BUT, launch vehicle ULA Vulcan rocket is still not ready! :eek: :(



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  13. tazandjan

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    #13 tazandjan, Nov 2, 2023
    Wonder why they did not put a nose wheel on her like the X-37B? Makes it a whole lot easier to move around on the ground and no parts to replace.
     
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    #14 furmano, Nov 2, 2023
    Yep, the assembly is complete, going to the Neil Armstrong testing facility for checkout. Fingers crossed, this thing will fly in 2024.
     
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    #15 furmano, Nov 7, 2023
    I chatted with an engineer at SS. The reason for the skid is, weight savings, takes up less space, and a skid can take the heat better than a tire in that high temp area.
     
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