
Following the first-stage boost, SpaceX attempted a controlled-descent test of the first stage. The first stage contacted the ship, but soon tipped over due to excess lateral velocity caused by a stuck throttle valve resulting in a later-than-intended downthrottle.
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Payloads
CRS-6
Type:
Dragon 1.1
Mass:
1,898 kg
Inclination Degree:
51.6488°
Customers:
NASA (CRS)
Manufacturers:
SpaceX
Nationalities:
United States