The Rocket that Didn't Launch Spitzer
Delta0224 01

Credit: NASA/KSC

Photograph • February 24th, 2003 • delta0224_01

delta0224_01

A Delta II rocket, initially intended to launch the Spitzer Space Telescope on April 18, 2003. However, due to additional engineering tests that were needed on the rocket, the launch was delayed and the rocket was instead used to launch a Mars mission. Spitzer launched on a different rocket on August 25, 2003.

About the Object

Name
Delta 7920H ELV
Type
Technology > Launch Vehicle