NASA Apollo 11 Saturn V
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
Neil Armstrong
| Birthday | 08/05/1930 |
|---|---|
| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 03/16/1966 |
| Last Flight | 07/21/1969 |
Neil Alden Armstrong was an American astronaut and aeronautical engineer who was the first person to walk on the Moon. He was also a naval...
Michael Collins
| Birthday | 10/31/1930 |
|---|---|
| Role | Command Module Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 07/18/1966 |
| Last Flight | 07/16/1969 |
Michael Collins (born October 31, 1930) (Major General, USAF, Ret.) was an American former astronaut and test pilot. Selected as part of the third group...
Buzz Aldrin
| Birthday | 01/20/1930 |
|---|---|
| Role | Lunar Module Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 11/11/1966 |
| Last Flight | 07/21/1969 |
Buzz Aldrin; born Edwin Eugene Aldrin Jr.; is an American engineer, former astronaut, and fighter pilot. As Lunar Module Pilot on the Apollo 11 mission,...
About the Apollo 11 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Lunar Orbit |
Apollo 11 was commanded by Neil Armstrong , Command Module Pilot Michael Collins and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin "Buzz" E. Aldrin. The Mission was to complete the goal that President John F. Kennedy set on May 25, 1961 to land a man on the moon and return the crew back to Earth. On July 20,1969 Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed there Lunar Module on the sea of tranquility this marked the first time a human has set foot upon another celestial body.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 39A
Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA
| Launches | 224 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 223 |
| Total Launches | 283 |
The John F. Kennedy Space Center, located on Merritt Island, Florida, is one of NASA's ten field centers. Since 1968, KSC has been NASA's primary launch center of American spaceflight, research, and technology. Launch operations for the Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle programs were carried out from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39 and managed by KSC. Located on the east coast of Florida, KSC is adjacent to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS).
Rocket Launch Timeline
Track every phase of the rocket launch with our detailed mission timeline. From T-minus countdown events and pre-launch preparations through liftoff, stage separation, and orbital insertion, follow each critical milestone in real-time. Our comprehensive launch sequence timeline includes payload integration, propellant loading, engine ignition, and post-launch telemetry tracking.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| T+ 00 : 00 : 00 | Liftoff First upwards movement of the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 01 : 23 | Max-Q Maximum dynamic pressure |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 41 | MECO Cut-off of the main engine |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 42 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 43 | SES Start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 03 : 17 | Launch Escape Jettison The launch escape system is no longer needed and is jettisoned. |
| T+ 00 : 09 : 08 | SECO Cut-off of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 09 : 09 | Stage 3 Separation Separation of the third stage from the second |
| T+ 00 : 09 : 12 | Stage 3 Ignition Third stage engine ignites. |
| T+ 00 : 11 : 39 | Stage 3 Cutoff Third stage engine shuts down. |
| T+ 02 : 44 : 16 | Stage 3 Ignition Third stage engine ignites. |
| T+ 02 : 50 : 13 | Stage 3 Cutoff Third stage engine shuts down. |
| T+ 03 : 17 : 00 | CSM Seperation The Apollo command and service module is seperated from upper stage. |
NASA Saturn V Rocket
The Saturn V was a human-rated expendable rocket used by NASA between 1967 and 1973. Most notably, the Saturn V took the Apollo program to the Moon. It still remains the world's tallest, heaviest, and most powerful rocket ever brought to operational status and is the only launch vehicle to take humans beyond LEO.
| Length | 110.6 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 10.1 m |
| Stages | 3 |
| Launch Mass | 2,970.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 35,100.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 140,000 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 11/9/1967 |
Mission Spacecraft
Apollo Columbia CSM-107
Apollo Columbia CSM-107 (CSM-107) was the spacecraft used for this mission. It is a North American Aviation Capsule designed for Cargo and Human Transportation to Lunar Orbit and traveled to Lunar Orbit where the LM would detach and perform the first human moon landing..
CSM-107 "Columbia" was an Apollo Command & Service Module used in the Apollo 11 mission. The Apollo Command/Service Module (CSM) was one of two principal components of the United States Apollo spacecraft, used for the Apollo program which landed astronauts on the Moon between 1969 and 1972. The CSM functioned as a mother ship which carried a crew of three astronauts and the second Apollo spacecraft, the Lunar Module, to lunar orbit, and brought the astronauts back to Earth. It consisted of two parts: the conical Command Module, a cabin that housed the crew and carried equipment needed for atmospheric reentry and splashdown; and the cylindrical Service Module which provided propulsion, electrical power and storage for various consumables required during a mission. An umbilical connection transferred power and consumables between the two modules. Just before reentry of the Command Module on the return home, the umbilical connection was severed and the Service Module was cast off and allowed to burn up in the atmosphere. 14 days
| Type | Capsule |
|---|---|
| Agency | North American Aviation |
| Serial Number | CSM-107 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | Lunar Orbit where the LM would detach and perform the first human moon landing. |
| Maiden Flight | 2/26/1966 |
| Mission End | 7/24/1969 |
| Flights | 1 |
| Crew Capacity | 3 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 11.0 m |
| Diameter | 3.9 m |
| Payload Capacity | 1,050 kg |
LM Eagle
LM Eagle (LM-5) was the spacecraft used for this mission. It is a NASA Lander designed for Landing on the Moon, Rendezvous in lunar orbit and traveled to Lunar Surface.
Flown on Apollo 11.
Descent stage on lunar surface in Sea of Tranquility, ascent stage left in lunar orbit (could be still orbiting the moon) The Apollo Lunar Module was the lunar lander spacecraft that was flown between lunar orbit and the Moon's surface during the United States' Apollo program. It was the first crewed spacecraft to operate exclusively in the airless vacuum of space, and was the first crewed vehicle to land anywhere beyond Earth.
| Type | Lander |
|---|---|
| Agency | NASA |
| Serial Number | LM-5 |
| Status | Retired |
| Destination | Lunar Surface |
| Maiden Flight | 1/22/1968 |
| Mission End | 7/20/1969 |
| Flights | 2 |
| Crew Capacity | 2 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 7.0 m |
| Diameter | 4.2 m |
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 V Apollo 11 launch scheduled?
The NASA Saturn V Apollo 11 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the NASA Saturn V Apollo 11 launch video?
You can watch the NASA Saturn V launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the NASA Saturn V Apollo 11 mission launch from?
The NASA Saturn V rocket launched from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA. The John F. Kennedy Space Center, located on Merritt Island, Florida, is one of NASA's ten field centers. Since 1968, KSC has been NASA's primary launch center of American spaceflight, research, and technology. Launch operations for the Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle programs were carried out from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39 and managed by KSC. Located on the east coast of Florida, KSC is adjacent to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS).
What rocket was used for the Apollo 11 mission?
The Apollo 11 mission launched aboard a NASA Saturn V rocket. The Saturn V was a human-rated expendable rocket used by NASA between 1967 and 1973. Most notably, the Saturn V took the Apollo program to the Moon. It still remains the world's tallest, heaviest, and most powerful rocket ever brought to operational status and is the only launch vehicle to take humans beyond LEO. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the NASA Saturn V Apollo 11 launch?
The NASA Saturn V Apollo 11 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 V Apollo 11 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest NASA Saturn V launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Apollo 11 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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