Department of Aerospace Science and Technology

VLS-1

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VLS-1
Retired

Overview

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The VLS-1 was the Brazilian Space Agency's main satellite launch vehicle. The launch vehicle was to be capable of launching satellites into orbit. The launch site was located at the Alcântara Launch Center due to its proximity to the equator.

Manufacturer

Department of Aerospace Science and Technology

Variant

1

Alias

N/A

Maiden Flight

November 2, 1997

Technical Specifications

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19.5 m

Length

1.01 m

Diameter

0 t

Launch Mass

1172 kN

Liftoff Thrust

120 kg

LEO Capacity

—

GTO Capacity

Launch Record

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2

Total Launches

0

Successful

2

Failed

0.0%

Success Rate

0

Attempted Landings

0

Successful Landings

0

Failed Landings

0

Consecutive Successes

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