National Center of Space Research Eole Scout B-1
About the Eole Mission
| Type | Communications |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Second French experimental data relay satellite for meteorological data.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Area 3A
Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia, USA
| Launches | 18 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 13 |
| Total Launches | 87 |
Wallops Flight Facility is a rocket launch site on Wallops Island on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, United States, just east of the Delmarva Peninsula and north-northeast of Norfolk. The facility is operated by the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and primarily serves to support science and exploration missions for NASA and other federal agencies. WFF includes an extensively instrumented range to support launches of more than a dozen types of sounding rockets; small expendable suborbital and orbital rockets; high-altitude balloon flights carrying scientific instruments for atmospheric and astronomical research; and, using its Research Airport, flight tests of aeronautical research aircraft, including uncrewed aerial vehicles.
Vought Scout B-1 Rocket
The Scout family of rockets were were American launch vehicles designed to place small satellites into orbit around the Earth. The Scout multistage rocket was the first orbital launch vehicle to be entirely composed of solid fuel stages.
| Length | 22.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 1.0 m |
| Stages | 4 |
| Launch Mass | 17.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 440.0 kN |
| Maiden Flight | 8/16/1971 |
About National Center of Space Research
The National Center of Space Research, or CNES, is a French National Agency in charge of France's space program. In partnership with the US and Russia, they have put 10 people in space. CNES works in tandem with the larger ESA to develop the Ariane 5 and work on other probes and satellites. They are working with Germany to develop a cheaper and more efficient reusable rocket, which hopefully will be ready to fly by 2026.
| Total Launches | 14 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 12 |
| Failed | 2 |
| Pending | 1 |
| Consecutive Success | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 Eole launch scheduled?
The National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 Eole launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 Eole mission launch from?
The National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 rocket launched from Launch Area 3A at Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia, USA. Wallops Flight Facility is a rocket launch site on Wallops Island on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, United States, just east of the Delmarva Peninsula and north-northeast of Norfolk. The facility is operated by the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and primarily serves to support science and exploration missions for NASA and other federal agencies. WFF includes an extensively instrumented range to support launches of more than a dozen types of sounding rockets; small expendable suborbital and orbital rockets; high-altitude balloon flights carrying scientific instruments for atmospheric and astronomical research; and, using its Research Airport, flight tests of aeronautical research aircraft, including uncrewed aerial vehicles.
What rocket was used for the Eole mission?
The Eole mission launched aboard a National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 rocket. The Scout family of rockets were were American launch vehicles designed to place small satellites into orbit around the Earth. The Scout multistage rocket was the first orbital launch vehicle to be entirely composed of solid fuel stages. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 Eole launch?
The National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 Eole 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 National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 Eole launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest National Center of Space Research Scout B-1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Eole 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 National Center of Space Research live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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