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About this launch
A-003 was the fourth abort test of the Apollo spacecraft. This particular flight is notable because during the abort test flight, an actual abort situation occurred, and further proved the Apollo launch escape system (LES). The CM was successfully pulled away from the malfunctioning Little Joe…
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Flight profileThe climb, seen from the side · 3D replay on the globe
Launch window and padWhite Sands Missile Range
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- White Sands Missile Range
Rocket and boosterLittle Joe II
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- Little Joe II
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