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VLS-1

Department of Aerospace Science and Technology

Manufacturer
Department of Aerospace Science and Technology
Maiden flight
1997-11-02
Length
19.5 m
Diameter
1.01 m
Payload to LEO
120 kg
Launches
2
Successful
0

The VLS-1 was the Brazilian Space Agency's main satellite launch vehicle. The launch vehicle was to be capable of launching satellites into orbit. The launch site was located at the Alcântara Launch Center due to its proximity to the equator.