Thorad SLV-2H Agena D | KH-4B 17

A Thorad SLV-2H Agena D rocket launched Thorad SLV-2H Agena D | KH-4B 17 from Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA, targeting LEO.

Launch time
Status
SUCCESS
Operator
United States Air Force
Mission type
Government/Top Secret
Rocket
Thorad SLV-2H Agena D
Launch site
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA
Launch pad
Space Launch Complex 3W
Payload
—
Target orbit
LEO
Thorad SLV-2H Agena D | KH-4B 17 cover image

Mission timeline

  1. 1972-05-25T18:41:00.000Z
    Liftoff
    Thorad SLV-2H Agena D lifts off from Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
  2. Max-Q
    Thorad SLV-2H 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 LEO.
  7. Mission success
    Mission success — all objectives completed.

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