ATTREX Overview:

Science Flight #3 is Postponed again… next flight TBD (Thurs or Friday):

The GH Crew have found a Fuel Quick Disconnect Valve that is leaking. During powered testing this morning, they confirmed it is leaking at a rate requiring replacement for flight. The aircraft is grounded pending replacement.

We are sorry for this unexpected change in our plans. We will keep you appraised of developments.

Today’s Activities:

-  Inmarsat Antenna has been replaced

-  Outdoor Inmarsat and Ku Testing will be conducted early this afternoon.

- NOAA H2O and UCATS can come off the aircraft at 3:00 PM today.

- The aircraft will remain in the Hangar this evening – with standard Fire Watch

Plan for tomorrow, Tuesday

- Aircraft defueling in preparation for valve replacement