Rolling Out the Rocket🚀
Posted by the City of Cape Canaveral on NextDoor.com
NASA is rolling this big boy out of the VAB (Vehicle Assembly Building) to Launch Pad 39B at 7:00 AM on Saturday, January 17, 2026!
For those who aren’t aware, this will be the first time a crewed launch will be at this specific launch pad since the days of the Apollo.
This process is slow, with the crawler-transporter traveling about 1 mile an hour to ensure the stability of the rocket.
Of course, if there are any unfavorable weather conditions or technical issues, NASA will delay this rollout.
Once it reaches launch pad 39B, it will undergo prelaunch testing for a variety of functions such as fueling, safety procedures, and more.
If all goes well, NASA will conduct a flight readiness review and then commit to a launch date.
Want to watch it live?
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Photo Credit: NASA/Joel Kowsky
