Launch Alert | Starlink Group 9-9
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Thu Mar 01 2018
United Launch Alliance

GOES-S

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RECOVERY OVERVIEW

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No Recovery Specified

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Rocket Details

Name:

Atlas V 541

Description:

Atlas V with 5m Fairing, 4 SRB, 1 Centaur upper stage engine.

Atlas V 541 rocket
MISSION OVERVIEW
  • Type: Earth Science
  • The Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite-S Series (GOES-S) is the second of the next generation of geostationary weather satellites. The four satellites of the series will provide advanced imaging with increased spatial resolution and faster coverage for more accurate forecasts, real-time mapping of lightning activity, and improved monitoring of solar activity. GOES-S will provide continuous imagery and atmospheric measurements of the Western Hemisphere. GOES-S will be the primary tool for the detection and tracking of hurricanes and severe weather. Once operational as GOES-17, the satellite wil replace GOES-15 satellite.
COMPLEX OVERVIEW

Location

Cape Canaveral, FL, USA

Pad

Space Launch Complex 41