VLS-1 (Department of Aerospace Science and Technology)
The VLS-1, manufactured by Department of Aerospace Science and Technology established in 1953, undertook its inaugural launch on 11/02/1997, is non-reusable and is inactive.
VLS-1 has 0 successful launches and 2 failed attempts, with a cumulative tally of 2 launches, currently with 0 pending launches in the pipeline.
The VLS-1 was the Brazilian Space Agency's main satellite launch vehicle. The launch vehicle was to be capable of launching satellites into orbit. The launch site was located at the Alcântara Launch Center due to its proximity to the equator.
- Length: 19.5 m
- Diameter: 1.01 m
- Launch Mass: 50 T
- LEO Capacity: 120 kg
Manufacturer
Department of Aerospace Science and Technology
The Brazilian Department of Science and Aerospace Technology is the national military research center for aviation and space flight. It is subordinated to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB). It coordinates all technical and scientific activities related to the aerospace sector in which there are interests by the Ministry of Defence. It was established in 1953. It currently employs several thousand civilian and military personnel.
