Steps of the Launch Sequence


Launch, Stage 0 Launch Chamber initially
Launch, Stage 1 Stage 1 - Fuel line is detached, pilots enter the outer ring.
Launch, Stage 2 Stage 2 - Pilots walk down hallway. Elevator platform is lowered, entrance to hallway is sealed.
Launch, Stage 3 Stage 3 - Pilots board elevator platform, which raises them to the main level.
Launch, Stage 4 Stage 4 - Pilots walk through second hallway, entering personal elevators.
Launch, Stage 5 Stage 5 - Elevators carry pilots to the upper level.
Launch, Stage 6 Stage 6 - Pilots enter ships via walkway. Walkway retracts as the cockpit closes.
Launch, Stage 7 Stage 7 - Hangar doors open and engines fire. Smoke is ventilated through exhaust chamber.
Launch, Stage 8 Stage 8 - Hangar doors are closed after ships clear the top and the smoke clears.


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