United States Air Force ANNA 1A Thor DM-21 Ablestar
About the ANNA 1A Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
ANNA 1A (Army, Navy, NASA, Air Force) was the first dedicated satellite for geodesy. It featured Xenon flashing lights and radio transponders (SECOR) for tracking the satellite.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 17B
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
The Space Launch Complex 17B launch pad has hosted 132 rocket launches, including 132 orbital launch attempts. The Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA launch site has been the location for 1111 total rocket launches.
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar Rocket
The Thor-Ablestar, or Thor Able-Star, also known as Thor-Epsilon was an early American expendable launch system consisting of a PGM-17 Thor missile, with an Ablestar upper stage. It was a member of the Thor family of rockets, and was derived from the Thor-Able.
Learn more about the United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar Rocket
About United States Air Force
The United States Air Force (USAF) is the air service branch of the United States Armed Forces, and is one of the eight uniformed services of the United States. Originally created on 1 August 1907, as a part of the United States Army Signal Corps, the USAF was established as a separate branch of the United States Armed Forces in 1947 with the enactment of the National Security Act of 1947.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar ANNA 1A launch scheduled?
The United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar ANNA 1A launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar ANNA 1A mission launch from?
The United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 17B at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
What rocket was used for the ANNA 1A mission?
The ANNA 1A mission launched aboard a United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar rocket. The Thor-Ablestar, or Thor Able-Star, also known as Thor-Epsilon was an early American expendable launch system consisting of a PGM-17 Thor missile, with an Ablestar upper stage. It was a member of the Thor family of rockets, and was derived from the Thor-Able. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar ANNA 1A launch?
The United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar ANNA 1A 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 United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar ANNA 1A launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest United States Air Force Thor DM-21 Ablestar launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the ANNA 1A 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 United States Air Force live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.