Delayed Blast Off: The Oxidizer Leak that's Grounding Crew 13 NASA has delayed the launch of Crew 13, citing an oxidizer leak found in the Dragon spacecraft's propulsion system during prelaunch preparations.
The discovery was made on September 1 and has raised questions about the reliability of private industry partnerships and NASA's oversight mechanisms.
The oxidizer leak is a critical issue because it affects the vehicle's ability to maneuver and survive the intense conditions of launch and orbit.