NASA Apollo AS-203 Saturn IB
About the Apollo AS-203 Mission
| Type | Test Flight |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
The purpose of Apollo 203 was to check out the behaviour of the fuel inside the Saturn-4B stage in weightlessness, which was crucial to allow the reignition of the stage.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 37B
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 40 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 40 |
| 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.
NASA Saturn IB Rocket
The Saturn IB (pronounced "one B", also known as the Uprated Saturn I) was an American launch vehicle commissioned by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for the Apollo program. It replaced the S-IV second stage of the Saturn I with the much more powerful S-IVB, able to launch a partially fueled Apollo Command/Service Module (CSM) or a fully fueled Lunar Module (LM) into low Earth orbit for early flight tests before the larger Saturn V needed for lunar flight was ready.
| Length | 43.2 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 6.6 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 590.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 7,100.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 21,000 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 2/26/1966 |
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 Saturn IB Apollo AS-203 launch scheduled?
The NASA Saturn IB Apollo AS-203 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the NASA Saturn IB Apollo AS-203 mission launch from?
The NASA Saturn IB rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 37B 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 Apollo AS-203 mission?
The Apollo AS-203 mission launched aboard a NASA Saturn IB rocket. The Saturn IB (pronounced "one B", also known as the Uprated Saturn I) was an American launch vehicle commissioned by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for the Apollo program. It replaced the S-IV second stage of the Saturn I with the much more powerful S-IVB, able to launch a partially fueled Apollo Command/Service Module (CSM) or a fully fueled Lunar Module (LM) into low Earth orbit for early flight tests before the larger Saturn V needed for lunar flight was ready. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the NASA Saturn IB Apollo AS-203 launch?
The NASA Saturn IB Apollo AS-203 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 Saturn IB Apollo AS-203 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest NASA Saturn IB launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Apollo AS-203 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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