Categories: Science
October 27, 2009
The first test of the rocket that could one day replace NASA's space shuttles has been postponed.
High winds and a nearby rain storm at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida just forced NASA to call off today's planned launch.
When it does fly, the Ares I-X, at 327 feet, will be the tallest rocket ever launched. There may be another attempt to launch tomorrow.
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