T+32: Soyuz-U Failure and Satellite Servicing

A Progress launch failed on its way to the ISS, so I discuss how this may affect the politics of the ISS and NASA going forward. And then I get into some thoughts on satellite servicing in general, and specifically surrounding Restore-L and Orbital ATK’s Mission Extension Vehicle. This episode of Main Engine Cut Off is brought to you by 3 executive producers—@spacepat_o, Matt Giraitis, and one anonymous—and 25 other supporters on Patreon. Progress launch to space station fails - SpaceNews.com Progress MS-04 fails to reach orbit Stage III of the Soyuz rocket Issue #7 - Main Engine Cut Off SSL, Orbital ATK, and Satellite Servicing - Main Engine Cut Off NASA’s Restore-L contract nudges SSL closer to in-orbit servicing - SpaceNews.com NASA Awards Contract for Refueling Mission Spacecraft | NASA The Space Show, Mon, 10/31/2016 - 14:00 | General James B. Armor Mission Extension Services - Orbital ATK Email feedback to [email protected] Follow @WeHaveMECO Subscribe on iTunes, Overcast, or elsewhere Subcribe to Main Engine Cut Off Weekly Support Main Engine Cut Off on Patreon