Delta A
| Status | Retired |
|---|---|
| Rocket family | Delta |
| Country | United States |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| Number of orbital launches | 2 |
| First launch | 1962-10-02 |
| Last launch | 1962-10-27 |
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Launches:
| Launch date | Launch site | Rocket / Variant | Payload | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962-10-27 | Cape Canaveral | Delta A | Explorer 15 (EPE C) | success | |
| 1962-10-02 | Cape Canaveral | Delta A | Explorer 14 (EPE B) | success | |
Variants:
(This section is under construction)Delta A Base variant (Delta DSV-3A)
| First launch | 1962-10-02 |
|---|---|
| Stages | 3 |
| Boosters | 0 |
| Mass | 50.76 t |
| Height | 31 m |
Payload capacity:
| LEO | 320 kg |
|---|---|
| GTO | 68 kg |
Upgraded DM-21 version of Thor and an X245-A5D motor for the third stage.