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OCO-2 (Orbiting Carbon Observatory 2)

Engine Steering Check

Up next is a check of the rocket’s first- and second-stage engine nozzles, which are put through a pattern of movements, called “slews,” to check their steering capabilities. The second-stage engine is tested first, followed by the first-stage engine.

A built-in hold in the countdown is coming up at the T-15 minute mark.