Lockheed Martin Ikonos 1 Athena II
About the Ikonos 1 Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Polar Orbit
Earth observation satellite developed by Lockheed Martin Commercial Space Systems. The launch failed when the payload shroud of the Athena-2 launch vehicle failed to separate.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 6
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA
The Space Launch Complex 6 launch pad has hosted 14 rocket launches, including 14 orbital launch attempts. The Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA launch site has been the location for 887 total rocket launches.
Vandenberg Space Force Base is a United States Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County, California. Established in 1941, Vandenberg Space Force Base is a space launch base, launching spacecraft from the Western Range, and also performs missile testing. The United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 30 serves as the host delta for the base, equivalent to an Air Force air base wing. In addition to its military space launch mission, Vandenberg Space Force Base also hosts space launches for civil and commercial space entities, such as NASA and SpaceX.
Lockheed Martin Athena II Rocket
The Athena II is an American small expendable launch system which was used for three launches between 1998 and 1999.
About 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 II Ikonos 1 launch scheduled?
The Lockheed Martin Athena II Ikonos 1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Lockheed Martin Athena II Ikonos 1 mission launch from?
The Lockheed Martin Athena II rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 6 at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA. Vandenberg Space Force Base is a United States Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County, California. Established in 1941, Vandenberg Space Force Base is a space launch base, launching spacecraft from the Western Range, and also performs missile testing. The United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 30 serves as the host delta for the base, equivalent to an Air Force air base wing. In addition to its military space launch mission, Vandenberg Space Force Base also hosts space launches for civil and commercial space entities, such as NASA and SpaceX.
What rocket was used for the Ikonos 1 mission?
The Ikonos 1 mission launched aboard a Lockheed Martin Athena II rocket. The Athena II is an American small expendable launch system which was used for three launches between 1998 and 1999. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Lockheed Martin Athena II Ikonos 1 launch?
The Lockheed Martin Athena II Ikonos 1 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 II Ikonos 1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Lockheed Martin Athena II launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Ikonos 1 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.