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Intelsat-40e - L-1 Day
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Apr 7, 2023 04:29 - 06:30 UTC (00:29 - 02:30 ET)
Issued
Wed Apr 5, 2023 at 13:00 UTC (09:00 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Space Launch Delta 45
Another warm, sunny day is expected across Central Florida today. Elsewhere, a strong frontal system will be making its way across much of the Eastern U.S. This system’s cold front will stall across the Deep South and not make it to the Space Coast. This will leave the Spaceport in an onshore flow pattern with moderated temperatures and isolated coastal showers. The primary launch weather concerns for early Friday and Saturday morning will be liftoff winds and the cumulus cloud rule associated with the gusty, onshore flow.
Primary Launch Date
Launch Day
Primary Window
90%
Primary Concerns
- Liftoff Winds
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
24-Hour Delay
Backup Window
85%
Primary Concerns
- Liftoff Winds
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |