Space Launch Complex 5

Also Known As: Point Arguello Launch Complex D, PALC D, SLC-5

Systems:

• Scout

Other Programs:

• Transit
• Explorer
• Orbiting Vehicle (OV)
• European Space Research Organization (ESRO)
• NOVA
• Stack Oscars on Scout (SOOS)
• Miniature Sensor Technical Demonstration (MSTI)

Cost: Not stated

Launch Complex Highlights

• Single pad
• 1961 - Construction began to support the Scout rocket
• April 1962 - Operational supporting launches for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and Space Defense activities
• 26 April 1962 - First launch, Scout
• 8 May 1994 - Last launch, Scout (MSTI-2)
• Total launched - 69 Scout
• 1994 - Complex deactivated