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MPEC

Spacecraft · USA

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American military technology satellite. USA 70. Spacecraft engaged in research and exploration of the upper atmosphere or outer space.

Country
USA
Launch Vehicles
Space Shuttle
Projects
STS
Agency
USAF
Bibliography
2, 279, 6

Chronology

1 event

1991 April 28

11:33 GMT - . Launch Site: Cape Canaveral. Launch Complex: Cape Canaveral LC39A. Launch Platform: MLP2. LV Family: Shuttle. Launch Vehicle: Space Shuttle.
  • USA 70 - . Payload: MPEC. Nation: USA. Agency: DARPA. Program: STS. Class: Technology. Type: Military technology satellite. Spacecraft: MPEC. USAF Sat Cat: 21262 . COSPAR: 1991-031C. Classified subsatellite released from shuttle..