Lockheed Martin Sphinx (Titan IIIE Maiden Flight) Titan IIIE
About the Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) Mission
| Type | Test Flight |
|---|---|
| Orbit | High Earth Orbit |
Sphinx is the designation of an American test satellite. The Sphinx satellite was the payload for the first Titan IIIE Centaur rocket.
Centaur LOX turbopump malfunction. RSO destruct at T+742 seconds.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 41
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 125 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 125 |
| 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 IIIE Rocket
| Length | 48.8 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.1 m |
| Stages | 3-4 |
| Launch Mass | 632.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 12,991.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 15,400 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 2/11/1974 |
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin's Space Division started in the production of missiles and later ICBM's in the 1950s. Their TITAN missile system was used for 12 Gemini spacecraft and the Voyager probes. They have worked largely in collaboration with NASA on many of their probes, landers, and spacecraft, and hope to play a key role in NASA's return to the moon in 2024.
| Total Launches | 80 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 77 |
| Failed | 3 |
| Consecutive Success | 38 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Lockheed Martin Titan III Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) launch scheduled?
The Lockheed Martin Titan III Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Lockheed Martin Titan III Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) mission launch from?
The Lockheed Martin Titan III rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 41 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 Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) mission?
The Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) mission launched aboard a Lockheed Martin Titan III rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Lockheed Martin Titan III Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) launch?
The Lockheed Martin Titan III Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) 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 Lockheed Martin Titan III Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Lockheed Martin Titan III launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Sphinx (Titan IIIE maiden flight) 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 Lockheed Martin live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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