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USA 281

active

Orbit: LEOLaunched 1/12/2018

Technical Specifications

Verified technical details

Dry Mass: 5000 kg
Total Mass: 7000 kg
Power: Unknown
Design Life: Unknown

Stakeholders

Operator

U.S. National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Launch Mission

USA 281 Mission

1/12/2018