Overview: AV-6 Science Flight #6 returned after a successful flight over Edouard. Edouard was upgraded to a Cat 2 hurricane during the flight. AVAPS has worked some instrument issues today and is ready for tomorrow’s flight.
Tomorrow’s flight is planned for 24 hours with a nominal takeoff of 0800. There is a possibility of delayed takeoff due to weather. If that happens, it may be possible for a slight delay, or even an evening takeoff at 1800.
Tue Sep 16 (Science Flight #7)
WFF (EDT)
- 0645 Staff GHOCE
- 0715 AV-6 Engine Start
- 0800 AV-6 Takeoff
- 0800 Forecast Briefing (S115)
- 0930 COMSEC brief (S115)
- 1930 Forecast Briefing (S115)
Wed Sep 17
WFF (EDT)
- 0800 AV-6 Land
- 0800 Forecast Briefing (S115)
- 1100 Postflight/Preflight for possible Thu flight
- 1930 Forecast Briefing (S115)