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United States Air ForceThor Able IISpace Launch Complex 17A, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA

Thor Able II | Transit 1A

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September 17, 1959Add to calendar

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United States Air Force's 8th launch · 8th this year · humanity's 48th orbital launch attempt

Either the launch vehicle did not reach orbit, or the payload(s) failed to separate.

Window: Sep 17, 14:34Sep 17, 14:34 UTC

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Transit 1A

The Transit satellite system was the first satellite navigation system to be used operationally. The system was used to provide accurate location for the US Navy ships. Transit 1A failed to make orbit.

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Pad — Space Launch Complex 17A

145 launches from this pad · 1,128 from Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA

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