United States Air Force Mercury 12 Titan 34D Transtage
About the Mercury 12 Mission
| Type | Government/Top Secret |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Medium Earth Orbit |
ELINT satellite focussed on communications intelligence
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 40
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 402 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 402 |
| Total Launches | 1130 |
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.
Lockheed Martin Titan 34D Transtage Rocket
The Titan 34D was a United States expendable launch vehicle used to launch a number of satellites for military applications.
| Length | 50.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.1 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 720.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 11,280.0 kN |
| GTO Capacity | 5,000 kg |
| GEO Capacity | 1,900 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 1/31/1984 |
Learn more about the Lockheed Martin Titan 34D Transtage 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.
| Total Launches | 1,078 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 972 |
| Failed | 106 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the United States Air Force Titan 34D Transtage Mercury 12 launch scheduled?
The United States Air Force Titan 34D Transtage Mercury 12 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the United States Air Force Titan 34D Transtage Mercury 12 mission launch from?
The United States Air Force Titan 34D Transtage rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 40 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 Mercury 12 mission?
The Mercury 12 mission launched aboard a United States Air Force Titan 34D Transtage rocket. The Titan 34D was a United States expendable launch vehicle used to launch a number of satellites for military applications. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the United States Air Force Titan 34D Transtage Mercury 12 launch?
The United States Air Force Titan 34D Transtage Mercury 12 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 Titan 34D Transtage Mercury 12 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest United States Air Force Titan 34D Transtage launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Mercury 12 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.
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