NASA Apollo 17 Apollo LM
Meet the Astronaut Crew
Gene Cernan
| Birthday | 03/14/1934 |
|---|---|
| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 06/03/1966 |
| Last Flight | 12/14/1972 |
Eugene Andrew Cernan was an American astronaut, naval aviator, electrical engineer, aeronautical engineer, and fighter pilot. During the Apollo 17 mission, Cernan became the eleventh...
Harrison Schmitt
| Birthday | 07/03/1935 |
|---|---|
| Role | Lunar Module Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 12/07/1972 |
| Last Flight | 12/14/1972 |
Harrison Hagan "Jack" Schmitt is an American geologist, retired NASA astronaut, university professor, former U.S. senator from New Mexico, and the most recent living person...
About the Apollo 17 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Lunar Orbit |
Return flight of Apollo 17 from the Moon.
Launch Pad & Location
Apollo 17 landing site
Taurus–Littrow, Moon
| Launches | 1 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 1 |
| Total Launches | 1 |
Taurus–Littrow is a lunar valley located on the near side at the coordinates 20.0°N 31.0°E. It served as the landing site for the American Apollo 17 mission in December 1972, the last crewed mission to the Moon. The valley is located on the southeastern edge of Mare Serenitatis along a ring of mountains formed between 3.8 and 3.9 billion years ago when a large object impacted the Moon, forming the Serenitatis basin and pushing rock outward and upward.
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 Challenger
LM Challenger (LM-12) 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 17 CSM.
Flown on Apollo 17.
Descent stage on lunar surface at Taurus-Littrow, 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-12 |
| Status | Destroyed |
| Destination | Apollo 17 CSM |
| Maiden Flight | 1/22/1968 |
| Mission End | 12/15/1972 |
| 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 17 launch scheduled?
The NASA Apollo LM Apollo 17 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the NASA Apollo LM Apollo 17 mission launch from?
The NASA Apollo LM rocket launched from Apollo 17 landing site at Taurus–Littrow, Moon. Taurus–Littrow is a lunar valley located on the near side at the coordinates 20.0°N 31.0°E. It served as the landing site for the American Apollo 17 mission in December 1972, the last crewed mission to the Moon. The valley is located on the southeastern edge of Mare Serenitatis along a ring of mountains formed between 3.8 and 3.9 billion years ago when a large object impacted the Moon, forming the Serenitatis basin and pushing rock outward and upward.
What rocket was used for the Apollo 17 mission?
The Apollo 17 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 17 launch?
The NASA Apollo LM Apollo 17 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 17 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 17 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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