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Scout D-1 | Explorer 46
Scout D-1 | Explorer 46 launched on Sun, Aug 13, 1972, 03:10 PM UTC — a National Aeronautics and Space Administration mission.
Launch SuccessfulNational Aeronautics and Space Administration
Lifted offNET Aug 1972
NET Sun, Aug 13, 1972, 03:10 PM UTC
Mission profile
The flight at a glance
Scout D-1Vehicle
National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationProvider
Launch Area 3APad
Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia, USALocation
AstrophysicsMission type
Low Earth OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for Scout D-1 to Low Earth Orbit. Illustrative model — not this mission’s live telemetry.
Mission timeT+0:00
Altitude0.0 km
Velocity0.00 km/s
PhaseLiftoff
T+0:00 / 8:00
SimulatedRepresentative Scout D-1 ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
Explorer 46
Satellite dedicated to meteroid research
Around this launch
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Frequently asked
What time does Scout D-1 | Explorer 46 launch?
Scout D-1 | Explorer 46 is scheduled to lift off Sun, Aug 13, 1972, 03:10 PM UTC.
Where can I watch Scout D-1 | Explorer 46?
A live webcast will appear on this page as soon as the provider publishes a stream link.
Who is launching Scout D-1 | Explorer 46?
Scout D-1 | Explorer 46 is an National Aeronautics and Space Administration mission flying on a Scout D-1.
Where does Scout D-1 | Explorer 46 launch from?
It lifts off from Launch Area 3A, Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia, USA.