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ESA: ATV-3 launch delayed

London, UK - Scheduled for March 9

A routine inspection has concluded that additional measures are required to ensure the maximum readiness of the third Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) for launch. It has therefore been decided to postpone the launch previously scheduled for 9 March. A new launch date will be announced as soon as possible. The launch of ESA’s third Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV-3) is part of the internationally c...

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Rome, Italy, 03/05/2012 14:57
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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