Antares Launch Update

Orbital Sciences Corporation has confirmed the next launch attempt of its
Antares rocket from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia is
scheduled for Saturday, April 20, with a target launch time of 5 p.m. EDT.
There is a 90 percent chance of favorable weather at the time of launch.
NASA TV coverage of the launch will begin at 4:30 p.m. If needed, a
back-up launch opportunity is available Sunday, April 21.

Antares Launch Update

Orbital has confirmed the next opportunity to test launch its Antares
rocket from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia will be no earlier
than 5 p.m. EDT on Saturday, April 20.

NASA TV coverage of the launch will begin at 4:30 p.m. By the time
coverage starts, the launch window will likely have been reduced to 10-15
minutes.


An attempt Friday was called off after review of the weather forecast.
Saturday�s forecast indicates an 85 percent chance of favorable
conditions. If needed, a back-up launch opportunity is available on Sunday.


For an updated briefing and NASA TV coverage schedule, follow:
http://www.nasa.gov/orbital.