Flight 138
X-15
United States Air Force
Crew
Joe Engle
- Birthday: 08/26/1932
- Role: Pilot
- Nationality: United States of America
- First Flight: 06/29/1965
- Last Flight: 08/27/1985
Joe Henry Engle was an American pilot who served in the United States Air Force, test pilot for the North American X-15 progr...
Mission
Flight 138
- Type: Test Flight
- Orbit: Suborbital
Flight 138 of the North American X-15 was a test flight conducted by NASA and the US Air Force in 1965. Piloted by Joe H. Engle it reached an altitude of 85.5 km.
Location
Edwards Air Force Base
Air launch to Suborbital flight
Edwards Air Force Base has witnessed the launch of 13 rockets, including 0 orbital launch attempts. While Air launch to Suborbital flight, has been the site for 86 rocket launches.
Rocket
North American Aviation North American X-15
The North American X-15 was a hypersonic rocket-powered aircraft operated by the United States Air Force and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration as part of the X-plane series of experimental aircraft.
Agency
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 North American X-15 Flight 138 launch scheduled?
The United States Air Force North American X-15 Flight 138 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the United States Air Force North American X-15 Flight 138 mission launch from?
The United States Air Force North American X-15 rocket launched from Edwards Air Force Base at Air launch to Suborbital flight.
What rocket was used for the Flight 138 mission?
The Flight 138 mission launched aboard a United States Air Force North American X-15 rocket. The North American X-15 was a hypersonic rocket-powered aircraft operated by the United States Air Force and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration as part of the X-plane series of experimental aircraft. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the United States Air Force North American X-15 Flight 138 launch?
The United States Air Force North American X-15 Flight 138 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 North American X-15 Flight 138 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest United States Air Force North American X-15 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Flight 138 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.
