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About this launch
The Discoverer 3 reconnaissance satellite failed to reach orbit due to a failure of the Agena A upper stage.
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Flight profileThe climb, seen from the side · 3D replay on the globe
Launch window and padVandenberg SFB, CA, USA
- Site
- Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA
Rocket and boosterThor Agena A
- Vehicle
- Thor Agena A
Thor Agena A: specs, record and next flights → US Air Force: all its launches →
MissionGovernment/Top Secret · PO
Government/Top Secret · PO
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