Orion Pad Abort-1 Launch Abort System Flight Test (conceptual)

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The Orion Pad Abort test is a crucial milestone in NASA's ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of astronauts during their spaceflight missions. In this critical test, the Orion spacecraft demonstrates its ability to rapidly and safely propel astronauts away from the launch pad in the event of an emergency.Show more

Designed as a life-saving measure, the Pad Abort test showcases the spacecraft's Launch Abort System (LAS), a powerful rocket that can swiftly propel the crew module away from the launch vehicle. This capability is essential for protecting astronauts in the event of a malfunction or emergency on the launch pad or during the early stages of ascent.