Success
Look Ma, No Hands
BlackSky, U.S. Air Force, Unseenlabs
Monday, August 19, 2019 12:12 PM UTC
Source: RocketLabUSA
Name Origin
This name highlights the Electron rocket's impressive autonomous capability in deploying payloads. It evokes the common phrase for achieving independence, signifying a successful and hands-off mission execution.
"Look Ma, No Hands"
Mission Overview
Spaceflight Inc rideshare mission deploying four satellites: BlackSky Global-4 high-resolution Earth-imaging satellite, two Pearl White experimental satellites for US Air Force Space Command testing propulsion and communications, and Unseenlabs BRO-1 maritime surveillance satellite. Also included the "Brutus" data recorder to gather telemetry for Rocket Lab's reusability program.
Technical Details
Vehicle
Electron
Launch Site
LC-1A
Unknown
Target Orbit
Low Earth Orbit
Mission Type
Dedicated Rideshare
Payload Mass
80 kg
≈ 32
kiwisCustomer
BlackSky, U.S. Air Force, Unseenlabs