MISSION NAME
Thor II
Status
Success
DATE
20 MAY 1997
LAUNCH PROVIDER
United States Air Force
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 17A
Description
In November 1995, Hughes was awarded the contract for Thor 2, a high-powered version of Hughes' spin-stabilized HS-376 model. Thor 2 was successfully launched in May 1997.
Delta II 7925
Rocket Description
Delta II is an American space launch system developed by McDonnell Douglas, now part of the Delta rocket family operated by United Launch Alliance. With more than 150 missions and a nearly perfect track record, Delta II has established itself as one of the most successful orbital launch systems.