Mars-2M #522
The launch of Roscosmos Proton-K/D took place on Apr 2, 1969, launching the Mars-2M #522 mission. The launch site was Baikonur, Kyzylorda Province, Kazakhstan. The payload should have been deployed in a Other orbit.
Missing drain plug caused a first stage engine failure and thrust section fire at liftoff. Booster impacted the ground 40 seconds after launch.
Main info
Outcome:
Failed
Date and Time:
Apr 2, 1969 10:33 AM UTC (10:33 AM UTC)
Launch Site:
Baikonur, Kyzylorda Province, Kazakhstan
Operator:
Roscosmos - Statistics
Vehicle:
Proton-K/D
Primary Orbit Parameters
Orbit Type:
Other
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