PIONEER VENUS 2 MULTI PROBE ATOP ATLAS CENTAUR LAUNCH VEHICLE IS READY FOR LAUNCH

[KSC-78P-0175]

  • Photo Number: KSC-78P-0175

  • Release Date: 08-Aug-1978

  • Keywords: PIONEER VENUS 2 ENTRY PROBES,SPACE PROBES,ATLAS CENTAUR LAUNCH VEHICLE,LAUNCH COMPLEX 36A
    • Description: Atlas Centaur 51 stands ready at Complex 36 for launch of the Pioneer Venus Multiprobe which will explorer the Venusian atmosphere in December. Pioneer Venus 2 will join Pioneer Venus 1, launched by KSC on May 20, in enlarging our knowledge of the second planet from the sun. Pioneer Venus 2 carries four probes which will enter the Venusian atmosphere at various points before descending to the planet's surface.

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