🚀The Ax2 crew, led by Peggy Whitson, is on a mission to the International Space Station.
🌍The crew underwent extensive training to prepare for the journey and will spend 10 days in space.
🔬During their time on the ISS, the crew will conduct scientific experiments and outreach activities.
🛰️The crew is scheduled to dock with the space station at 8:10 AM Central Time.
🌌This mission aims to expand access to low earth orbit and inspire the next generation of space explorers.
Who is commanding the Ax2 mission?
—The Ax2 mission is commanded by retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson.
How long will the crew stay on the ISS?
—The crew will spend 10 days on the ISS.
What activities will the crew conduct on the ISS?
—The crew will conduct scientific experiments and outreach activities while on the ISS.
When is the scheduled docking with the space station?
—The crew is scheduled to dock with the space station at 8:10 AM Central Time.
What is the goal of the Ax2 mission?
—The goal of the Ax2 mission is to expand access to low earth orbit and inspire future space exploration.
05:18The Ax2 mission is the second all-private crew to the International Space Station, led by Peggy Whitson.
06:09The crew lifted off from historic pad 39a at 2:37 PM Pacific time on May 21st.
08:41The crew is now in their suits and the suit leak checks have been completed.
14:26Dragon is now 14 hours and 2 minutes since launch.
15:44The crew has received the go-ahead to begin the suit leak checks.
17:56The suit leak checks have been completed successfully.
19:45A brief overview of the ax2 crew, including Peggy Whitson, John Schoffner, Ali al-Karni, and Rayana Barnawi.
20:58The ax2 crew underwent extensive training, including simulating higher g-forces, altitude training, and hyperbaric chamber training.
