Astrophysics
Satellite similar to Tournesol (detect the presence of hydrogen in several directions of the celestial sphere) but in a more polar orbit. It failed to reach orbit.
Orbital Attempt
#1,292
CNES Mission
#10
Pad Launch
#4
Location Launch
#5
Dec 5, 1971, 4:20 PM
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The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
Timezone
America/Cayenne
Local Launch Time
Dec 5, 1971, 1:20 PM
Total Launches
334
Total Landings
0
Coordinates
5.1690, -52.6903
