Engine Trouble Delays Cygnus XL's ISS Mission
NASA reported an issue with the main engine of Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL spacecraft, halting its journey to the ISS. Launched from Florida, the craft was due to deliver scientific supplies but stopped earlier than planned. NASA is devising a new approach for its arrival.
NASA announced an unexpected setback when the main engine of Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL spacecraft abruptly stopped, causing a delay in its mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The arrival is now postponed as experts formulate a new plan.
The Cygnus XL launched aboard a SpaceX rocket on Sunday, carrying 11,000 pounds of cargo and scientific equipment. The mission marked the first flight for this larger version of Northrop's established Cygnus craft, which pours resources into the football field-sized space laboratory.
While the main engine's malfunction has paused its Wednesday arrival, all other aspects of the spacecraft are functioning correctly. NASA and Northrop Grumman are collaborating to consider an alternate strategy to meet mission objectives.
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