Starshine-OSCAR-43
Athena I
Lockheed Martin
Mission
Starshine-OSCAR-43
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
Research (Atmospheric density) satellite built by Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) for NASA, USA.
Location
Launch Pad 1
Pacific Spaceport Complex, Alaska, USA
Launch Pad 1 has witnessed the launch of 3 rockets, including 3 orbital launch attempts. While Pacific Spaceport Complex, Alaska, USA, has been the site for 9 rocket launches.
The Pacific Spaceport Complex – Alaska (PSCA), formerly known as the Kodiak Launch Complex (KLC), is a dual-use commercial and military spaceport for sub-orbital and orbital launch vehicles. The facility is owned and operated by the Alaska Aerospace Corporation, a corporation owned by the Government of Alaska, and is located on Kodiak Island in Alaska.
Rocket
Lockheed Martin Athena I
The Athena I, known as the Lockheed Launch Vehicle (LLV) at the time of its first flight and Lockheed Martin Launch Vehicle (LMLV) at the time of its second flight, is an American small expendable launch system which was used for four launches between 1995 and 2001. It is a member of the Athena family of rockets, along with the larger Athena II.
Agency
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin's Space Division started in the production of missiles and later ICBM's in the 1950s. Their TITAN missile system was used for 12 Gemini spacecraft and the Voyager probes. They have worked largely in collaboration with NASA on many of their probes, landers, and spacecraft, and hope to play a key role in NASA's return to the moon in 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Lockheed Martin Athena I Starshine-OSCAR-43 launch scheduled?
The Lockheed Martin Athena I Starshine-OSCAR-43 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Lockheed Martin Athena I Starshine-OSCAR-43 mission launch from?
The Lockheed Martin Athena I rocket launched from Launch Pad 1 at Pacific Spaceport Complex, Alaska, USA. The Pacific Spaceport Complex – Alaska (PSCA), formerly known as the Kodiak Launch Complex (KLC), is a dual-use commercial and military spaceport for sub-orbital and orbital launch vehicles. The facility is owned and operated by the Alaska Aerospace Corporation, a corporation owned by the Government of Alaska, and is located on Kodiak Island in Alaska.
What rocket was used for the Starshine-OSCAR-43 mission?
The Starshine-OSCAR-43 mission launched aboard a Lockheed Martin Athena I rocket. The Athena I, known as the Lockheed Launch Vehicle (LLV) at the time of its first flight and Lockheed Martin Launch Vehicle (LMLV) at the time of its second flight, is an American small expendable launch system which was used for four launches between 1995 and 2001. It is a member of the Athena family of rockets, along with the larger Athena II. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Lockheed Martin Athena I Starshine-OSCAR-43 launch?
The Lockheed Martin Athena I Starshine-OSCAR-43 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 Lockheed Martin Athena I Starshine-OSCAR-43 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Lockheed Martin Athena I launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Starshine-OSCAR-43 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 Lockheed Martin live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.