High Energy Transient Explorer 2 (HETE-2)Pegasus HybridOrbital Sciences Corporation Launch Status Success Mon ยท Oct 9th, 2000 1:38 AM EDT LocationKwajalein AtollAir launch to orbit47 rockets have launched from Air launch to orbit. RocketPegasus HybridLength: 15.5 meters Diameter: 1.28 meters First Launch: April 3, 1995The Pegasus is an air-launched rocket developed by Orbital Sciences Corporation (now part of Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems). Capable of carrying small payloads of up to 443 kilograms (977 lb) into low Earth orbit, the vehicle consists of three solid propellant stages and an optional monopropellant fourth stage. Pegasus is released from its carrier aircraft at approximately 40,000 ft (12,000 m), and its first stage has a wing and a tail to provide lift and attitude control while in the atmosphere.The Pegasus Hybrid rocket has been launched a total of 4 times with 4 successful and 0 failed launches. AgencyOrbital Sciences CorporationType: Commercial Abbreviation: OSCCountry: USA View Rocket Launch Schedule