ARCA Mission 4 postponed

Today took place the attempt to launch Mission 4. ARCA team, together with the launch equipments, were transported on the Black Sea onboard NSSL 281 Constanta ship.

The launch procedures were carried out perfectly, but the helium balloon shell ruptured and the team could no longer continue with the launch. The next launch attempt will take place in october 2010, after completing construction of a new balloon.

Mission 4