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Blue Scout I

Blue Scout I, also designated SRM-89, was the three-stage Blue Scout configuration using Algol-1B, Castor-1A, and Antares-1A solid motors. It flew three Air Force high-altitude and reentry-test missions in 1961–1962.

Blue Scout I
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Identity

Aliases
Blue Scout 1Blue Scout-1SRM-89
Family Name
Blue Scout
Full Name
Blue Scout I
Status
retired
Type
rocket
Variant Name
I

Details

Description
Blue Scout I, also designated SRM-89, was the three-stage Blue Scout configuration using Algol-1B, Castor-1A, and Antares-1A solid motors. It flew three Air Force high-altitude and reentry-test missions in 1961–1962.
First Flight Year
1,961
Last Flight Year
1,962
Operator
Parent Vehicle Family
Rocket Specs
Reusability
expendable
Stages Count
3

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Creation Time
July 17, 2026 at 15:23:57 UTC
Updated Time
July 19, 2026 at 09:47:16 UTC

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Blue Scout I Blue Scout 1 Blue Scout-1 SRM-89