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    After doing captive-carry tests under the belly of WniteKnikghtTwo SS2 went through some landing gear/brake/taxi tests, this in preparations for drop tests to start later this year or early next - culminating to the first flight tests under rocket power.

    Test: SS2 Taxi 01
    Date: 14 Jun 10 Time: 3 hr on runway
    Crew (runs 01-04): Siebold / Nichols
    Crew (runs 05): Stucky / Nichols

    Results:

    Monday was a great milestone for the team. We performed five tests from 25 to 60 mph with two different pilots. All objectives were achieved. They were: condition the brakes and evaluate the landing gear/brake steering/skid shoe performance and general ground handling. The vehicle performed as expected and we're excited to move into the manned phase of the test program.

    Dr. Mordrid
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    An elephant is a mouse built to government specifications.

    I carry a gun because I can't throw a rock 1,250 fps
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