Exciting news emerges from the cosmos! A crucial meeting between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Axiom Space, and SpaceX has just taken place, leading to major decisions. The session confirmed that the liquid oxygen leak in the Falcon 9 rocket has been resolved. Meanwhile, the new date for the Ax-04 mission has been set for June 19, 2025.
Liquid Oxygen Leak Issue Resolved
Last week, on June 10, 2025, the Axiom-4 mission was postponed due to a liquid oxygen leak discovered in the Falcon 9 rocket's booster. This issue required an immediate stop to the launch. Experts from ISRO, Axiom Space, and SpaceX collaborated to resolve the problem.
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During the meeting, it was reported that repairs are complete. The rocket's booster has been rechecked and is now safe. The ISRO Chairman praised this decision, stating safety is paramount. Consequently, the team has moved forward with the mission's relaunch strategy.
Inspection of the Zvezda Service Module
In another development, Axiom Space has begun an investigation into a pressure anomaly in the Zvezda service module on the International Space Station (ISS) in collaboration with NASA. This module is part of the Russian segment and was recently repaired.
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Axiom Space reports they are diligently working with NASA to address this issue, ensuring the mission's safety. Currently, no significant threats have been identified, but caution is being exercised.
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New Launch Date for Ax-04 Mission: June 19, 2025
Axiom Space has announced a revised launch date of June 19, 2025, for the Ax-04 mission. This venture will transport Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and three others to the ISS. The launch will take place from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The mission will utilize the Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft, focusing on scientific experiments and exploring human life in space. Shubhanshu Shukla is set to become India's first astronaut to embark on such a mission.
Challenges Overcome and Achieving Success
Previously, the Ax-04 mission faced multiple postponements. Delays were due to adverse weather in May 2025 and a liquid oxygen leak in June. However, the team now reports that these issues have been resolved. SpaceX stated they would confirm the new date post-range availability. ISRO has provided technical support for this mission, marking a remarkable achievement for India's space ambitions.
