Today was a very early start for some members of the team who witnessed the mating of the EA to the launch vehicle. SpaceX then completed all the mechanical and electrical connections in preparation for the satellite switch on.
The switch on was successfully completed and the GSE moved into the PAD room in preparation for the big day tomorrow.
The Launch Readiness Review was held giving the green light to go for launch tomorrow.
Later the TE will roll out with the launcher and will swing vertical in the early hours of the morning.
We also finally got encapsulation pictures!
Also at ESOC things are really ramping up with the pre-launch briefings.
Taking pictures was not without risk:-)
Also at the Hilton Hotel Lompoc interviews were being held
For those wanting to watch the live launch event
ESA Link is
https://www.esa.int/Applications/Observing_the_Earth/FutureEO/EarthCARE/Watch_EarthCARE_launch_live
SpaceX link is under upcoming launch
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