ROCKET TO THE AURORA
LAUNCH CENTER
Scientists in the launch decision room at the Poker Flat Research Range, Alaska

Scientists use a variety of space and ground based instrumentation to determine when conditions in the auroral zone are optimum for the rocket launch. Use the links below to learn about these instruments and what they tell us about the aurora.

Space-Based Observations
Ground-Based Observations

Learn about the data and instruments used to determine auroral conditions.
Launch Criteria What you need to know in order to make a good launch decision.
LIVE Ground Observation Data Examine data from the current ground based instruments.
LIVE Space Observation Data Examine the Space Weather over the last 24 hours.

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