If all goes as planned, the first launch from Spaceport America will take place Monday morning.
Though officials say it could be delayed by as much as 10 hours or postponed to a later date, the first launch of an UP Aerospace rocket carrying 50 scientific and other payloads is set for 7:30 a.m.
Members of the public can only view the event by traveling to the spaceport area from Truth or Consequences, not from the Upham exit on Interstate 25 near
There will be no food or water provided and, because of possible delays, officials urge those who attend to bring food, water, sunscreen, hats, chairs and blankets.
Access to the launch site and surrounding areas will be prohibited starting at 6 p.m. Sunday, at which time law enforcement will set up road blocks at all access points.
If any person or vehicle enters the zone designated as off-limits on Monday, the launch will be canceled and the trespasser will be held liable, officials say. The prohibition on all activities at and around the spaceport site includes hunting and hiking.
Updates will be broadcast on AM 1400 starting at 5 a.m. Monday.
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