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AS-201 CSM-009

CSM-009 flew the uncrewed suborbital AS-201 mission on February 26, 1966, the first flight of an Apollo Command and Service Module and the first Saturn IB launch. It tested launch loads, separation, Service Propulsion System burns, the heat shield, and recovery. The command module survived and is preserved for display.

AS-201 CSM-009
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Identity

Aliases
Apollo-Saturn 201 CSM-009Spacecraft 009SC-009CM-009
Name
AS-201 CSM-009
Status
retired

Details

Description
CSM-009 flew the uncrewed suborbital AS-201 mission on February 26, 1966, the first flight of an Apollo Command and Service Module and the first Saturn IB launch. It tested launch loads, separation, Service Propulsion System burns, the heat shield, and recovery. The command module survived and is preserved for display.
First Flight Date
1966-02-26
Manufacturer
Operator
Vehicle Family

Links

Official Url
https://www.nasa.gov/history/55-years-ago-apollo-as-201-test-flight/

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Creation Time
July 14, 2026 at 18:54:52 UTC
Updated Time
August 23, 2026 at 05:20:56 UTC
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Last Flight Date
1966-02-26
Search Name
AS-201 CSM-009 Apollo-Saturn 201 CSM-009 Spacecraft 009 SC-009 CM-009
Serial Number
CSM-009
Vehicle Code
CSM-009