Why the Dragon’s Split Second Launch Timing is a Must

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Key Takeaways:

  • Former NASA lead flight director Paul Dye explains the critical "split-timing" necessary for the Crew Dragon spacecraft launch in an AVweb VODcast.
  • Dye likens the precision required for the launch to driving a very fast car with only a few quarts of gas in the tank.
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In this AVweb VODcast, former NASA lead flight director and KITPLANES editor at large Paul Dye explains why this week’s launch of the Crew Dragon spacecraft requires split-timing. It’s a little like driving a really fast car with only a few quarts of gas in the tank.

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