MISSION NAME
AE-C
Status
Success
DATE
16 DEC 1973
LAUNCH PROVIDER
United States Air Force
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 2W
Description
Scientific satellite dedicated to photochemical processes in the Earth's atmosphere
Delta 1900
Rocket Description
The Delta 1000 series (also referred to as Straight-Eight) was an American expendable launch system which was used to conduct eight orbital launches between 1972 and 1975. It was a member of the Delta family of rockets. Several variants existed, differentiated by a four digit numerical code.