SATELLITES-------
TIROS-TIROS VI-------
TIROS-TIROS VI-------
Weather Satellites:
TIROS VI
TIROS VI - Television Infrared Observation Satellite VI
Launch date: September 18, 1962
Launch site: Cape Canaveral, Florida
Launch vehicle: Three-stage Delta
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE:
Continued research and development of the meteorological satellite information system. To maintain an operational TIROS in orbit for an extended period of time. To obtain improved (both resolution and aerial coverage) data for operational use in weather forecasting during hurricane season. To provide operational support for the Mercury-Atlas 8 launch on October 3, 1962.
TIROS VI - Television Infrared Observation Satellite VI
Launch date: September 18, 1962
Launch site: Cape Canaveral, Florida
Launch vehicle: Three-stage Delta
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE:
Continued research and development of the meteorological satellite information system. To maintain an operational TIROS in orbit for an extended period of time. To obtain improved (both resolution and aerial coverage) data for operational use in weather forecasting during hurricane season. To provide operational support for the Mercury-Atlas 8 launch on October 3, 1962.
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