NASA Beacon Juno II
About the Beacon Mission
| Type | Test Target |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Beacon 2 was launched an a three stage Juno 2 rocket. The vehicle ran into trouble three minutes into flight and an array of failures caused the GNC system to fail causing the satellite to fall short of orbit.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 26B
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 6 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 6 |
| Total Launches | 1111 |
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.
Army Ballistic Missile Agency Juno II Rocket
Juno II was an American space launch vehicle used during the late 1950s and early 1960s. It was derived from the Jupiter missile, which was used as the first stage.
| Length | 24.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 2.7 m |
| Stages | 3-4 |
| Launch Mass | 55.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 654.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 41 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 12/6/1958 |
Learn more about the Army Ballistic Missile Agency Juno II Rocket
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 Juno II Beacon launch scheduled?
The NASA Juno II Beacon launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the NASA Juno II Beacon mission launch from?
The NASA Juno II rocket launched from Launch Complex 26B 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 Beacon mission?
The Beacon mission launched aboard a NASA Juno II rocket. Juno II was an American space launch vehicle used during the late 1950s and early 1960s. It was derived from the Jupiter missile, which was used as the first stage. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the NASA Juno II Beacon launch?
The NASA Juno II Beacon 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 Juno II Beacon launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest NASA Juno II launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Beacon 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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