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Explanation: A Delta rocket is pictured launching NASA's FUSE satellite earlier this month. In use since 1960, Delta rockets have been launched successfully over 250 times. Scientific satellites placed into orbit by a Delta rocket include IUE, COBE, ROSAT, EUVE, WIND, and RXTE. Commercial launches include Iridium. Delta launches have placed Navstar Global Positioning System satellites into orbit. Delta rockets are manufactured for the US Air Force and NASA by Boeing.
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NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers
NASA Official: Jay Norris. Specific rights apply.
A service of: LHEA at NASA / GSFC
& Michigan Tech. U.
Based on Astronomy Picture
Of the Day
Publications with keywords: rocket - FUSE
Publications with words: rocket - FUSE
See also:
- APOD: 2026 March 19 Á Launch Plume: SpaceX Jellyfish
- APOD: 2025 February 17 Á SpaceX Rocket Launch Plume over California
- Rocket Engine Fireplace
- APOD: 2024 March 12 Á A Galaxy Shaped Rocket Exhaust Spiral
- Falcon Heavy Boostback Burn
- APOD: 2024 January 2 Á Rocket Transits Rippling Moon
- The Falcon and the Redstone