Some weeks, they say, are better than others. In terms of Spaceflight in the US, this week was one of those better ones, as there has been major activities and milestones set this week:
The VICTUS NOX mission, a pioneering TacRS initiative, successfully lifted off from Space Launch Complex 2 West (SLC-2W) at Vandenberg Space Force Base on September 14, 2023. This mission aimed to showcase the ability to encapsulate the Millennium Space Systems-built space vehicle, mate it to Firefly’s Alpha launch vehicle, and complete all final launch preparations within a remarkable 24-hour timeframe. The launch window was scheduled just 27 hours after receiving the launch orders, setting a new record for responsive space launch.
Victus Nox lifts off from Vandenburg SFB on September 14,2023 Credit: USSF/Firefly
