[GovernmentShrinker]

2) Will the Insulation sprayed on the ET degrade over a period of 2 years such that it will break off on Launch. (Which it appears has happened)

Have you established when and where this insulation is foamed on? I.e., does the fact that the tank was shipped to NASA in 2000 actually establish that the foam had been sitting on it all this time?

[Sonar5]

You Said:
'Have you established when and where this insulation is foamed on? I.e., does the fact that the tank was shipped to NASA in 2000 actually establish that the foam had been sitting on it all this time?"


Good Question. It is my understanding it is applied at the manufacturing facility in Louisiana. I have come across nothing that conflicts with that.

Regards,
Joe