SpaceX prepares for new launch attempt for Polaris Dawn private spacewalk mission

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BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX crews are preparing for the launch attempt for its Polaris Dawn mission.

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SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket could launch during a window that opens at 3:33 a.m. Friday.

The private Polaris crew is scheduled to fly to the highest altitude of any human spaceflight mission since the Apollo program.

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SpaceX will also attempt to perform the first private spacewalk with Polaris Dawn’s crew.

Channel 9 will continue to monitor the Polaris Dawn mission and provide updates on Eyewitness News.

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