P72-2
The launch of US Air Force Atlas E/F-Star-17A took place on Apr 13, 1975, launching the P72-2 mission. The launch site was Vandenberg, California, United States. The payload should have been deployed in a LEO orbit.
Rocket damaged by explosion of LOX/RP-1 glob in flame trench during launch, leading to sustainer engine failure during ascent. RSO T+303 seconds.
Main info
Outcome:
Failed
Date and Time:
Apr 13, 1975 12:51 AM UTC (12:51 AM UTC)
Launch Site:
Vandenberg, California, United States
Operator:
US Air Force - Statistics
Vehicle:
Atlas E/F-Star-17A
Primary Orbit Parameters
Orbit Type:
LEO
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