Damon Hill wrote:
Wonder how much of an issue this was with the static firings in
Texas? Timings might not have been so critical with those since
they wouldn't be flying then, just need to get 'em all cranked up
and burning.

I would expect them to strive for as near to 100% fidelity with actual
launch conditions there.

I loved this quote:

"We encountered a problem with the spin start system and aborted
nominally," the statement said.

I'd say their spin machinery is working just fine

rick jones
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