Quasar-13 (USA-155) (NROL-10)

Launch Success

Liftoff Time (GMT)

02:47:00

Wednesday December 6, 2000

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Mission Details

Quasar-13 (USA-155) (NROL-10)

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The third generation of Quasar satellites, also known as SDS-3, represents an advancement in the Satellite Data System (SDS) developed by the United States Air Force. These satellites continue the role of facilitating communication relay for real-time data from US reconnaissance satellites and supporting communication needs for USAF aircraft and ground stations. While specific technical details remain classified, SDS-3 likely incorporates improvements in technology, potentially enhancing data transmission rates, communication reliability, and overall performance.

Molniya Orbit

1 Payload

Rocket

Retired
Atlas IIAS

Active 1993 to 2004

Lockheed Martin logo

Agency

Lockheed

Rocket

Height: 47.5m

Payload to Orbit

LEO: 8,618 kg

GTO: 3,933 kg

Liftoff Thrust

2,957 Kilonewtons

Stages

2

Strap-ons

4

Launch Site

SLC-36A

Cape Canaveral SFS, Florida, USA

Fastest Turnaround

46 days 2 hours

Stats

Atlas II


51st

Mission

7th

Mission of 2000

2000


82nd

Orbital launch attempt