BTW "go at throttle up" is, as I understood, is simply a radio call to
confirm communication with the vehicle, same as the "roll program" call. Is
that correct?
Jim
"Morgans" wrote in message
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"Henry Spencer" wrote

This is partly for the benefit of the passengers -- it's thought that a
healthy adult can be expected to take about 3G without testing -- and
partly to limit structural loads. (The Saturn V first stage shut down
its center engine early for the latter reason.)

The center engine shutting down is a fact that I had never heard, before
now.

Amazing what you can learn, hanging out here, if you take the time to
listen to ones with information to give. (unlike some we know)
--
Jim in NC