Explorer 46
Explorer 46 launched on 13 August 1972, 15:10 UTC on a Scout D-1 from Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia, USA. The recorded outcome is Success. Payloads: Explorer 46.
| Name | Explorer 46 |
|---|---|
| Launch time (UTC) | 13 August 1972, 15:10 UTC |
| Vehicle | Scout D-1 |
| Launch site | Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia, USA |
| Company | National Aeronautics and Space Administration |
| Outcome | Success |
| Payloads | Explorer 46 |
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Questions
- When did Explorer 46 launch?
- Explorer 46 launched on 13 August 1972, 15:10 UTC.
- What rocket launched Explorer 46?
- Explorer 46 launched on a Scout D-1.
- Where did Explorer 46 launch from?
- Explorer 46 launched from Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia, USA.
- What was the outcome of Explorer 46?
- The recorded outcome is Success.
Sources: Jonathan's Space Report (GCAT), CC-BY; CelesTrak; Launch Library 2.
Last updated: 2026-10-20 UTC.