The Journal of Space Commerce

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RS-25 Hot Fire Testing Continuing

Latest Test Occurred Last Friday in Mississippi

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Tom Patton
Feb 28, 2024
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An RS-25 hot fire was conducted on Friday, Feb. 23, moving one step closer to production of new engines that will help power the agency’s SLS (Space Launch System) rocket on future Artemis missions to the Moon and beyond.

“NASA’s commitment to safety and ‘testing like you fly’ is on display as we plan to fire the engine beyond 500 seconds." Chip Ellis, N…

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