NASA Mercury-Scout 1 Blue Scout II
About the Mercury-Scout 1 Mission
| Type | Communications |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Mercury-Scout 1, or MS-1, was a United States spacecraft intended to test tracking stations for Project Mercury flights. The launch of Mercury-Scout 1 on November 1, 1961 was unsuccessful, and the satellite failed to achieve orbit.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 18B
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 1 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 1 |
| 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.
Vought Blue Scout II Rocket
The RM-90 Blue Scout II was an American sounding rocket and expendable launch system which was flown three times during 1961. It was used for two HETS test flights, and the launch of the Mercury-Scout 1 satellite for NASA. It was a member of the Scout family of rockets.
| Length | 24.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 1.0 m |
| Stages | 4 |
| Launch Mass | 16.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 471.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 30 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 3/3/1961 |
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 Blue Scout II Mercury-Scout 1 launch scheduled?
The NASA Blue Scout II Mercury-Scout 1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the NASA Blue Scout II Mercury-Scout 1 mission launch from?
The NASA Blue Scout II rocket launched from Launch Complex 18B 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 Mercury-Scout 1 mission?
The Mercury-Scout 1 mission launched aboard a NASA Blue Scout II rocket. The RM-90 Blue Scout II was an American sounding rocket and expendable launch system which was flown three times during 1961. It was used for two HETS test flights, and the launch of the Mercury-Scout 1 satellite for NASA. It was a member of the Scout family of rockets. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the NASA Blue Scout II Mercury-Scout 1 launch?
The NASA Blue Scout II Mercury-Scout 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 NASA Blue Scout II Mercury-Scout 1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest NASA Blue Scout II launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Mercury-Scout 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 NASA live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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