Atlas V 421 | SBIRS GEO-6

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Atlas V 421 | SBIRS GEO-6

Launch probability: 80%

Sixth geosynchronous satellite of the Space Based Infrared System program (SBIRS), providing capabilities for early missile warning and missile defense. SBIRS GEO-6 is the second satellite using Lockheed Martin's LM2100 combat bus.

Mission type: Government/Top Secret · Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit

Rocket: Atlas V 421 · Provider: United Launch Alliance

Launch pad

Space Launch Complex 41, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA · View on map (opens in new tab)