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Faulty sensor delays first classified SpaceX launch.

A faulty Liquid Oxygen temperature sensor on the Falcon 9 rocket’s first stage scrubbed today’s launch attempt of the NROL-76 satellite. The overnight launch countdown proceeded smoothly towards a 7:15am EDT liftoff, disclosed only minutes prior to launch. 

However, the launch was scrubbed at T-52 seconds due to a sensor providing data that was out of the ordinary. SpaceX immediately safed the vehicle and prepared for a 24-hour turnaround, though it is uncertain if the sensor can be replaced within that time frame. The Falcon 9 may need to return to a horizontal position atop LC-39A for the repair.  NROL-76 is the first classified mission of the Falcon 9 rocket and the first national security payload to be launched atop a commercial vehicle. While details on the satellite are nonexistent, it is speculated that the payload - known as L-76 in the NRO’s satellite catalogue - is a new optical spy satellite technology demonstrator. The next potential launch opportunity stretches from 7 to 11 am EDT Monday, May 1. In the event the launch is pushed further, the Eastern Range has wide availability for the NRO and SpaceX to choose from.

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1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, Numbers matching, L76

If you want an expensive and extremely rare Stingray, this may be the one for you. As the ’63 model was the launch of this new coupe design, with the split rear window, it will surely hold its price ongoing.

This is a numbers matching original 1963 C2 Split Window Corvette Sting Ray in Sebring Silver and in prime condition.

The car was originally built in St. Louis on December 21, 1962 and has a full restoration, with only 4000 miles added since.

The only changes on this car seem to be a higher capacity radiator cooling fan, original manifold and 4bbl carb., the originals included with the sale. With an asking price of $109,500.00, this is obviously at the top end of the market, we can also consider this is probably one of the finest examples.

Definitely in a class of its own.

Engine: L76 340HP, 3105564 FIII2RE. Engine casting: 3782870. Transmission: 4-Speed, Posi-Traction, 3105564. Exterior Color: Sebring Silver. Mileage: 75,342. Style: 63 837 body: 2962 trim: STD Paint: 941A

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