Astrophysics
SACI 2 (Satélite Científico 2) is a 60 kg scientific satellite (Scientific Applications Satellite) launched on the 11th December 1999 on the second flight of the Brazilian VLS-1. Failure of the launcher second stage prevented it from reaching orbit.
Orbital Attempt
#4,360
AEB Mission
#2
Pad Launch
#2
Location Launch
#2
Dec 11, 1999, 6:25 PM
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The Alcântara Space Center, formerly known as Alcântara Launch Center is a space center and launching facility of the Brazilian Space Agency in the city of Alcântara, located on Brazil's northern Atlantic coast, in the state of Maranhão.
Timezone
America/Fortaleza
Local Launch Time
Dec 11, 1999, 4:25 PM
Total Launches
4
Total Landings
0
Coordinates
-2.3394, -44.4175
