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About this launch
Discoverer 4 was the fourth in a series of reconnaissance satellites, however, it failed to reach orbit when the Agena engine underperformed and failed to place the capsule into orbit.
More about this launch
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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