Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | ASTEX

Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | ASTEX rode a Thorad SLV-2G Agena D into space from Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA, deploying its payload to PO.

Launch time
Status
SUCCESS
Operator
United States Air Force
Mission type
Test Flight
Rocket
Thorad SLV-2G Agena D
Launch site
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA
Launch pad
Space Launch Complex 1W
Payload
—
Target orbit
PO
Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | ASTEX cover image

Mission timeline

  1. 1971-10-17T13:36:00.000Z
    Liftoff
    Thorad SLV-2G Agena D lifts off from Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
  2. Max-Q
    Thorad SLV-2G Agena D passes through max aerodynamic pressure (Max Q).
  3. Main engine cutoff (MECO)
    Main engine cutoff — the first stage shuts down as planned.
  4. Stage separation
    Stage separation — the first stage separates cleanly.
  5. Second-stage ignition
    Second-stage engine ignites for the next phase of flight.
  6. Orbit insertion
    Orbit insertion confirmed — the vehicle is now in PO.
  7. Mission success
    Mission success — all objectives completed.

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