San Marco 3
Scout B
Italian Space Agency
Mission
San Marco 3
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
- Launch Cost: $8,660,000
Italian satellite designed to study the density, composition and temperature of the equatorial upper atmosphere.
Location
San Marco platform
Broglio Space Center, Kenya
San Marco platform has witnessed the launch of 9 rockets, including 9 orbital launch attempts. While Broglio Space Center, Kenya, has been the site for 9 rocket launches.
The Luigi Broglio Space Center (BSC) located near Malindi, Kenya, is an Italian Space Agency (ASI) Spaceport. It served as a spaceport for the launch of both Italian and international satellites, but is currently only used for satellite communications.
Rocket
Vought Scout B
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.
Agency
Italian Space Agency
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Scout B launch scheduled?
The Italian Space Agency Scout B launch carrying the San Marco 3 mission was scheduled for:
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Where did the Scout B launch from?
The Italian Space Agency Scout B rocket launched from San Marco platform at Broglio Space Center, Kenya. The Luigi Broglio Space Center (BSC) located near Malindi, Kenya, is an Italian Space Agency (ASI) Spaceport. It served as a spaceport for the launch of both Italian and international satellites, but is currently only used for satellite communications.
What rocket was used for the San Marco 3 mission?
The San Marco 3 mission launched aboard a Italian Space Agency Scout B 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 this launch?
The Scout B 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 launch is delayed?
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