NASA Apollo 9 Saturn V
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
James McDivitt
| Birthday | 06/10/1929 |
|---|---|
| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 06/03/1965 |
| Last Flight | 03/03/1969 |
James Alton "Jim" McDivitt was an American former test pilot, United States Air Force pilot, aeronautical engineer, and NASA astronaut who flew in the Gemini...
David Scott
| Birthday | 06/06/1932 |
|---|---|
| Role | Command Module Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 03/16/1966 |
| Last Flight | 08/02/1971 |
David Randolph Scott is an American engineer, former NASA astronaut, retired U.S. Air Force officer and former test pilot. He belonged to the third group...
Rusty Schweickart
| Birthday | 10/25/1935 |
|---|---|
| Role | Lunar Module Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 03/03/1969 |
| Last Flight | 03/03/1969 |
Russell Louis "Rusty" Schweickart is an American aeronautical engineer, and a former NASA astronaut, research scientist, U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, as well as a...
About the Apollo 9 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Apollo 9 was commanded by James McDivitt, Command Module Pilot Dave Scott and Lunar Module Pilot Rusty Schweickart. The mission tested the LM engines, backpack life support systems, navigation systems, and docking maneuvers.
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).
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 Gumdrop CSM-104
Apollo Gumdrop CSM-104 (CSM-104) 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 Low Earth Orbit.
CSM-104 "Gumdrop" was an Apollo Command & Service Module used in the Apollo 9 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-104 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Maiden Flight | 2/26/1966 |
| Mission End | 3/13/1969 |
| Flights | 1 |
| Crew Capacity | 3 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 11.0 m |
| Diameter | 3.9 m |
| Payload Capacity | 1,050 kg |
LM Spider
LM Spider (LM-3) 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 Low Earth Orbit.
Flown on Apollo 9. 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-3 |
| Status | Destroyed |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Maiden Flight | 1/22/1968 |
| Mission End | 3/7/1969 |
| Flights | 1 |
| 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 9 launch scheduled?
The NASA Saturn V Apollo 9 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the NASA Saturn V Apollo 9 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 9 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 9 mission?
The Apollo 9 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 9 launch?
The NASA Saturn V Apollo 9 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 9 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 9 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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