The launch of a prototype rocket, which will carry with it hopes of taking humans to the planet Mars, has been postponed. Nasa says the planned two-and-a-half minute flight will test the safety and stability of a new generation of vehicles to replace the aging shuttle fleet.
The launch is now expected to take place on Wednesday.
October 27th, 2009
Nasa Rocket Test Delayed By Bad Weather Sky News
June 11th, 2004
Space Flight For Fruit Sky News
A British farmer is working with NASA to develop strawberries that could grow on Mars, it has emerged. Peter Vinson’s family fruit firm may supply a plant for astronauts to grow during a two-year voyage to the Red Planet. The fruit – already dubbed ‘Marsberries’ – would then also be grown on any base that was set up on Mars, according to Mr Vinson.
June 8th, 2003
Mission To Mars Delayed Sky News
Nasa’s latest attempt to search for life on Mars has been delayed – by bad weather on Earth. The launch of a spacecraft carrying a robot programmed to explore the Red Planet was put back on Sunday night for at least a day when thunderclouds threatened.