Lockheed Martin AMSC 1 Atlas IIA
About the AMSC 1 Mission
| Type | Communications |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Geostationary Orbit |
North American communications satellite
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 36A
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 71 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 71 |
| Total Launches | 1130 |
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA Rocket
Atlas II was a member of the Atlas family of launch vehicles, which evolved from the successful Atlas missile program of the 1950s. It was designed to launch payloads into low earth orbit, geosynchronous transfer orbit or geosynchronous orbit. Sixty-three launches of the Atlas II, IIA and IIAS models were carried out between 1991 and 2004; all sixty-three launches were successes, making the Atlas II the most reliable launch system in history.
| Length | 47.5 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.0 m |
| Stages | 3 |
| Launch Mass | 204.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 2,479.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 6,580 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 2,810 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 6/10/1992 |
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.
| Total Launches | 80 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 77 |
| Failed | 3 |
| Consecutive Success | 38 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA AMSC 1 launch scheduled?
The Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA AMSC 1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA AMSC 1 mission launch from?
The Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA rocket launched from Launch Complex 36A at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
What rocket was used for the AMSC 1 mission?
The AMSC 1 mission launched aboard a Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA rocket. Atlas II was a member of the Atlas family of launch vehicles, which evolved from the successful Atlas missile program of the 1950s. It was designed to launch payloads into low earth orbit, geosynchronous transfer orbit or geosynchronous orbit. Sixty-three launches of the Atlas II, IIA and IIAS models were carried out between 1991 and 2004; all sixty-three launches were successes, making the Atlas II the most reliable launch system in history. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA AMSC 1 launch?
The Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA AMSC 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 Atlas IIA AMSC 1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Lockheed Martin Atlas IIA launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the AMSC 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.
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