SpaceX Successfully Tests Crew Launch Abort System

SpaceX has successfully tested their Crew Launch Abort System. This system, which will separate the crew capsule and "trunk" from the booster stage in the event of a problem with the booster, uses 8 Super Draco engines, the same engines intended to be used for soft landings.
rich_magnetsays...

The capsule seems to tumble excessively. It seems like a very nauseating ride! I wonder if that's within designed parameters or if it was somehow lighter than a final capsule would be or something.

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