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VehicleAtlas V 421
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadSpace Launch Complex 41
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Mission
Fifth geosynchronous satellite of the Space Based Infrared System program (SBIRS), providing capabilities for early missile warning and missile defense. SBIRS GEO-5 is the first satellite using Lockheed Martin's LM2100 combat bus.
Quick facts
VehicleAtlas V 421
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadSpace Launch Complex 41
SiteCape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
WindowMay 18, 17:31:00 UTC→May 18, 18:11:00 UTC
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