NASA Continues RS-25 Engine Testing for Future Artemis Missions

NASA conducted a long-duration RS-25 single-engine test on April 28, continuing its seven-part test series to support development and production of engines for future missions of the agency’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. The 650-second test was conducted on the A-1 Test Stand at Stennis. The test provided valuable data to Aerojet Rocketdyne, lead contractor for the SLS engines, as it begins production of new engines for use after the first four SLS flights. Operators are focused on collecting data to demonstrate and verify various engine capabilities, evaluate new engine components manufactured with cutting-edge and cost-saving technologies, eliminate operating risks, and enhance engine production.