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VLS-1 | SCD-2A
VLS-1 | SCD-2A launched on Sun, Nov 2, 1997, 12:25 PM UTC — a Brazilian Space Agency mission.
Launch FailureBrazilian Space Agency
Lifted offNET Nov 1997
NET Sun, Nov 2, 1997, 12:25 PM UTC
Mission profile
The flight at a glance
VLS-1Vehicle
Brazilian Space AgencyProvider
VLS PadPad
Alcântara Space Center, Federative Republic of BrazilLocation
CommunicationsMission type
Low Earth OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for VLS-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 VLS-1 ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
SCD-2A
The satellites of the SCD (Satelites de Coleta de Dados) series are equipped to collect and transmit meteorological and environmental data collected by automatic platforms (PCD) installed on land or on oceanic buoys. The data is relayed to one or more ground stations.
Around this launch
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Frequently asked
What time does VLS-1 | SCD-2A launch?
VLS-1 | SCD-2A is scheduled to lift off Sun, Nov 2, 1997, 12:25 PM UTC.
Where can I watch VLS-1 | SCD-2A?
A live webcast will appear on this page as soon as the provider publishes a stream link.
Who is launching VLS-1 | SCD-2A?
VLS-1 | SCD-2A is an Brazilian Space Agency mission flying on a VLS-1.
Where does VLS-1 | SCD-2A launch from?
It lifts off from VLS Pad, Alcântara Space Center, Federative Republic of Brazil.