Mechanical problem delays ST-5 launch

Problems pulling control-fin locking pins on its Pegasus launch vehicle March 15 delayed the start of NASA's ST-5 constellation-control mission for at least 48 hours. Orbital Sciences' L-1011 ferry was at 39,000 feet and almost ready to drop the Pegasus for ignition when at least one of the pins...

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