Orbital Sciences Corporation MTI Taurus 1110
About the MTI Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Polar Orbit
The primary objective of MTI (Multispectral Thermal Imager) was to demonstrate advanced multispectral and thermal imaging, image processing, and associated technologies that could be used in future systems for detecting and characterizing facilities producing weapons of mass destruction using radiometrically accurate, high spatial resolution, multispectral imaging.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 576E
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA
The Space Launch Complex 576E launch pad has hosted 9 rocket launches, including 9 orbital launch attempts. The Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA launch site has been the location for 887 total rocket launches.
Vandenberg Space Force Base is a United States Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County, California. Established in 1941, Vandenberg Space Force Base is a space launch base, launching spacecraft from the Western Range, and also performs missile testing. The United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 30 serves as the host delta for the base, equivalent to an Air Force air base wing. In addition to its military space launch mission, Vandenberg Space Force Base also hosts space launches for civil and commercial space entities, such as NASA and SpaceX.
Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 Rocket
American all-solid orbital launch vehicle based on a Pegasus and Peacekeeper rocket.It has been designed as a quick reaction launch vehicle, which can be launched from minimaly prepared places in a matter of a few days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 MTI launch scheduled?
The Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 MTI launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 MTI mission launch from?
The Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 576E at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA. Vandenberg Space Force Base is a United States Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County, California. Established in 1941, Vandenberg Space Force Base is a space launch base, launching spacecraft from the Western Range, and also performs missile testing. The United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 30 serves as the host delta for the base, equivalent to an Air Force air base wing. In addition to its military space launch mission, Vandenberg Space Force Base also hosts space launches for civil and commercial space entities, such as NASA and SpaceX.
What rocket was used for the MTI mission?
The MTI mission launched aboard a Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 rocket. American all-solid orbital launch vehicle based on a Pegasus and Peacekeeper rocket.It has been designed as a quick reaction launch vehicle, which can be launched from minimaly prepared places in a matter of a few days. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 MTI launch?
The Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 MTI 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 Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 MTI launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Orbital Sciences Corporation Minotaur-C 1110 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the MTI 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 Orbital Sciences Corporation live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.