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    SpaceX plans to test Crew Dragon's launch escape system on January 18th

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    Jon Fingas
    Jon Fingas
    01.12.2020

    SpaceX is edging closer to putting humans aboard Crew Dragon. The private spaceflight firm is planning to test the capsule's launch escape system on January 18th through an in-flight demonstration. The dry run will check that the spacecraft can carry its crew to safety if there's a problem during the ascent stage. The company has already tested launch pad aborts and parachutes.