T+32: Soyuz-U Failure and Satellite Servicing

Published: Dec. 8, 2016, 8 a.m.

A Progress launch failed on its way to the ISS, so I discuss how this may affect the politics of the ISS and NASA going forward. And then I get into some thoughts on satellite servicing in general, and specifically surrounding Restore-L and Orbital ATK\u2019s Mission Extension Vehicle.\n\nThis episode of Main Engine Cut Off is brought to you by 3 executive producers\u2014@spacepat_o, Matt Giraitis, and one anonymous\u2014and 25 other supporters on Patreon.