Meetings

Hundreds of details of the flight contract, scientific program and training have required the attention of a team from South Africa and their Russian counterparts. Here are some pics of those groups hard at work. At some times, it felt as though negotiating the details of the program was just as complex as the rocket launch itself.

Negotiations

Negotiations

Negotiations

Mission Planning

Logistical Support

Scheduling Rocket Science

Face The Camera

Crew Certification

Panel of Experts

Rescue and Recovery Plans

Psychological Briefing

Psychological Preparation

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