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Nova GD-B-1

Stage · USA

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LOx/Kerosene propellant rocket stage. Massed estimated based on tank volumes, total thrust, and first stage burnout conditions. Recoverable engine package; separation at 3,398 m/s at 76,200 m altitude; splashdown using retrorockets under 7 30 m diameter parachutes 1300 km downrange.

No Engines: 16.

Country
USA
Engines
F-1A
Launch Vehicles
Nova GD-B
Propellants
Lox/Kerosene