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NASA Stennis Space Center

NASA's primary rocket engine testing facility, home to the A-1, A-2, B-1/B-2 test stands. Tests RS-25 (Space Shuttle Main Engine), J-2X, and other liquid rocket engines. Also hosts the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command.

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NASA Stennis Space Center
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NA
Slug
nasa-stennis-space-center
Type
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Description
NASA's primary rocket engine testing facility, home to the A-1, A-2, B-1/B-2 test stands. Tests RS-25 (Space Shuttle Main Engine), J-2X, and other liquid rocket engines. Also hosts the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command.
Established Year
1,961
Latitude
30.352
Location
Hancock County, Mississippi, USA
Longitude
-89.612
Operational Status
operational
Ownership
government

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4/26/2026, 11:10:25 PM
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