NASA Apollo 15 Apollo LM
Meet the Astronaut Crew
David Scott
| Birthday | 06/06/1932 |
|---|---|
| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 03/16/1966 |
| Last Flight | 08/02/1971 |
David Randolph Scott is an American engineer, former NASA astronaut, retired U.S. Air Force officer and former test pilot. He belonged to the third group...
James Irwin
| Birthday | 03/17/1930 |
|---|---|
| Role | Lunar Module Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 07/26/1971 |
| Last Flight | 08/02/1971 |
James Benson "Jim" Irwin was an American astronaut, aeronautical engineer, test pilot, and a United States Air Force pilot. He served as lunar module pilot...
About the Apollo 15 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Lunar Orbit |
Return flight of Apollo 15 from the Moon.
Launch Pad & Location
Apollo 15 landing site
Hadley–Apennine, Moon
| Launches | 1 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 1 |
| Total Launches | 1 |
Hadley–Apennine is a region on the near side of Earth's Moon that served as the landing site for the American Apollo 15 mission, the fourth crewed landing on the Moon and the first of the "J-missions", in July 1971. The site is located on the eastern edge of Mare Imbrium on a lava plain known as Palus Putredinis. Hadley–Apennine is bordered by the Montes Apenninus (often referred to as "Apennine Front"), a mountain range, and Hadley Rille, a meandering channel, on the east and west, respectively.
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 Falcon
LM Falcon (LM-10) 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 15 CSM.
Flown on Apollo 15.
Descent stage on lunar surface at Hadley–Apennine, 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-10 |
| Status | Destroyed |
| Destination | Apollo 15 CSM |
| Maiden Flight | 1/22/1968 |
| Mission End | 8/3/1971 |
| 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 15 launch scheduled?
The NASA Apollo LM Apollo 15 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the NASA Apollo LM Apollo 15 mission launch from?
The NASA Apollo LM rocket launched from Apollo 15 landing site at Hadley–Apennine, Moon. Hadley–Apennine is a region on the near side of Earth's Moon that served as the landing site for the American Apollo 15 mission, the fourth crewed landing on the Moon and the first of the "J-missions", in July 1971. The site is located on the eastern edge of Mare Imbrium on a lava plain known as Palus Putredinis. Hadley–Apennine is bordered by the Montes Apenninus (often referred to as "Apennine Front"), a mountain range, and Hadley Rille, a meandering channel, on the east and west, respectively.
What rocket was used for the Apollo 15 mission?
The Apollo 15 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 15 launch?
The NASA Apollo LM Apollo 15 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 15 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 15 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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