liftoff

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In 1986, CNN was the only broadcaster running live coverage when the Challenger shuttle liftoff ended in disaster.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The structures experienced minimal damage despite the intense forces generated during liftoff.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

The SLS generated 8.8 million pounds of thrust at liftoff and, by every measure engineers care about, performed to plan.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

If Wednesday's launch is canceled or delayed, there are more liftoff opportunities through April 6, although weather later in the week was looking slightly less favorable, officials said.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

There's just no way that could have happened before liftoff.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir