Space Launch System · Block 1B
The Space Launch System (SLS) is an American Space Shuttle-derived heavy expendable launch vehicle. It is part of NASA's deep space exploration plans including as the main launch vehicle of the Artemis program. SLS follows the cancellation of the Constellation program, and is to replace the retired Space Shuttle.
Height
111 m
Diameter
8.4 m
LEO capacity
105,000 kg
Manufacturer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Total launches
0
Successful
0
Pending
4
Successful landings
0
Flight system
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is an independent agency of the executive branch of the United States federal government responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and aerospace research. NASA have many launch facilities but most are inactive. The most commonly used pad will be LC-39B at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Mission record
No matching missions are available in the current launch feed.