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NASA Skylab 1 Saturn V

Launch Status
Success

Rocket Launch Video Stream

Launch Pad & Location

Launch Complex 39A

Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA

Launch statistics for Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA
Launches224
Orbital Launch Attempts223
Total Launches283

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).

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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.

Rocket specifications for NASA Saturn V
Length110.6 m
Diameter10.1 m
Stages3
Launch Mass2,970.0 T
Takeoff Thrust35,100.0 kN
LEO Capacity140,000 kg
Maiden Flight11/9/1967

Learn more about the NASA Saturn V 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.

Launch statistics for NASA
Total Launches142
Successful122
Failed20
Pending5
Consecutive Success12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was the NASA Saturn V this mission launch scheduled?

The NASA Saturn V this mission launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the NASA Saturn V this mission 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 this mission 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 this mission mission?

The this mission 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 this mission launch?

The NASA Saturn V this mission 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 this mission 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 this mission 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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