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To: Valueman who wrote (5132)1/11/1999 11:51:00 AM
From: Mr. Adrenaline  Read Replies (2) of 10852
 
Vandenberg is licensed only to launch sats into a polar orbit, by launching south -- that way they do not fly over populated areas. This is why I* can use that launch base. But G* has a final orbit of only 52 deg. Therefore, to launch out of Vandenberg, G* has to launch south, and then do a sharp left hand turn when they get enough altitude. This is what the extra solids are for. This type of flight profile has never before been attempted, and anyone with an orbit mechanics background is awestruck when they hear about the details.

Mr A
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