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VLS-1

VLS-1

🏭 Department of Aerospace Science and Technology🌐 BrazilianπŸ“– Wikipedia
VLS-1

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 AlcΓ’ntara Launch Center due to its proximity to the equator.

0.1 t
LEO Capacity
19.5 m
Height
2
Total Launches
0.0%
Success Rate

πŸ“· Photo Gallery

VLS-1 photo 1

πŸ“Š Specifications

πŸ“Height
19.5 m
β­•Diameter
1.01 m
βš–οΈLaunch Mass
50 kg
πŸ›°οΈLEO Capacity
120 kg
🌍GTO Capacity
β€”
πŸ—“οΈMaiden Flight
Nov 2, 1997
πŸš€Total Launches
2
βœ…Success Rate
0%
♻️Reusable
Expendable
🏭Manufacturer
Department of Aerospace Science and Technology
🌐Country
Brazilian
πŸ“‹Status
Retired