NASA Apollo 14 Apollo LM
Meet the Astronaut Crew
Alan Shepard
| Birthday | 11/18/1923 |
|---|---|
| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 05/05/1961 |
| Last Flight | 02/06/1971 |
Rear Admiral Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr. was an American astronaut, naval aviator, test pilot, and businessman. In 1961 he became the first American to travel...
Edgar Mitchell
| Birthday | 09/17/1930 |
|---|---|
| Role | Lunar Module Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 01/31/1971 |
| Last Flight | 02/06/1971 |
Edgar Dean "Ed" Mitchell was a United States Navy officer and aviator, test pilot, aeronautical engineer, ufologist and NASA astronaut. As the Lunar Module Pilot...
About the Apollo 14 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Lunar Orbit |
Return flight of Apollo 14 from the Moon.
Launch Pad & Location
Apollo 14 landing site
Fra Mauro Formation, Moon
| Launches | 1 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 1 |
| Total Launches | 1 |
The Fra Mauro formation (or Fra Mauro Highlands) is a formation on the near side of Earth's Moon that served as the landing site for the American Apollo 14 mission in 1971. It is named after the 80-kilometer-diameter crater Fra Mauro, located within it. The formation, as well as Fra Mauro crater, take their names from a 15th-century Italian monk and mapmaker of the same name.
Northrop Grumman Apollo LM Ascent Stage Rocket
The Apollo lunar module (LM) ascent stage contained the crew cabin with instrument panels and flight controls. It contained its own Ascent Propulsion System (APS) engine and two hypergolic propellant tanks for return to lunar orbit and rendezvous with the Apollo command and service module.
| Length | 2.8 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 4.3 m |
| Stages | 1 |
| Launch Mass | 5.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 16.0 kN |
| Maiden Flight | 7/21/1969 |
Learn more about the Northrop Grumman Apollo LM Ascent Stage Rocket
Mission Spacecraft
LM Antares
LM Antares (LM-8) was the spacecraft used for this mission. It is a NASA Lander designed for Landing on the Moon, Rendezvous in lunar orbit and traveled to Apollo 14 CSM.
Flown on Apollo 14.
Descent stage on lunar surface at Fra Mauro, ascent stage deliberately crashed into Moon The Apollo Lunar Module was the lunar lander spacecraft that was flown between lunar orbit and the Moon's surface during the United States' Apollo program. It was the first crewed spacecraft to operate exclusively in the airless vacuum of space, and was the first crewed vehicle to land anywhere beyond Earth.
| Type | Lander |
|---|---|
| Agency | NASA |
| Serial Number | LM-8 |
| Status | Destroyed |
| Destination | Apollo 14 CSM |
| Maiden Flight | 1/22/1968 |
| Mission End | 2/6/1971 |
| Flights | 2 |
| Crew Capacity | 2 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 7.0 m |
| Diameter | 4.2 m |
About NASA
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is an independent agency of the executive branch of the United States federal government responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and aerospace research. NASA have many launch facilities but most are inactive. The most commonly used pad will be LC-39B at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
| Total Launches | 142 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 122 |
| Failed | 20 |
| Pending | 5 |
| Consecutive Success | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the NASA Apollo LM Apollo 14 launch scheduled?
The NASA Apollo LM Apollo 14 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the NASA Apollo LM Apollo 14 mission launch from?
The NASA Apollo LM rocket launched from Apollo 14 landing site at Fra Mauro Formation, Moon. The Fra Mauro formation (or Fra Mauro Highlands) is a formation on the near side of Earth's Moon that served as the landing site for the American Apollo 14 mission in 1971. It is named after the 80-kilometer-diameter crater Fra Mauro, located within it. The formation, as well as Fra Mauro crater, take their names from a 15th-century Italian monk and mapmaker of the same name.
What rocket was used for the Apollo 14 mission?
The Apollo 14 mission launched aboard a NASA Apollo LM rocket. The Apollo lunar module (LM) ascent stage contained the crew cabin with instrument panels and flight controls. It contained its own Ascent Propulsion System (APS) engine and two hypergolic propellant tanks for return to lunar orbit and rendezvous with the Apollo command and service module. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the NASA Apollo LM Apollo 14 launch?
The NASA Apollo LM Apollo 14 launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the NASA Apollo LM Apollo 14 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest NASA Apollo LM launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Apollo 14 mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official NASA live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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