Stats[]
| Category. | Statistic. |
|---|---|
| Launch vehicle. | Scout X-4. |
| Launch date. | December 15, 1964, 20:24:00 UTC. |
| Launch site. | Wallops LA-3A, America. |
| Ceased operations. | September 13, 1965. |
| Owner(s). | CNR. |
| Major contractor(s) | CNR with technical help and a launch buss from NASA. |
| Is it still in orbit. | No, it burnt up in September 13, 1965. |
| Launch mass. | 115.2 kilograms (254 lb). |
| Nationality(s). | Italian. |
| Satellite type. | Ionospheric, earth science and astrophysics. |
| Links. | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Marco_1. |
History[]
The San Marco 1 satellite in checkout at Wallops Flight Facility. San Marco 1 was the first satellite launched by the Italian Space Agency. It was Italian-built, with NASA providing a launch vehicle (a Scout rocket), use of facilities, and training of Italian personnel. Author- NASA.
San Marco 1 was Italy's first satellite and was a massive boost to both Italian national moral and spirit.