launched from USA

USA-143

Failure
APR 30199916:30:00 UTC

Incorrectly programmed guidance computer caused loss of Centaur attitude control. Payload left in a useless orbit.

launched from SLC-40 Canaveral

aboard Titan IV(401)B into MEO

Payload

USA-143 (Milstar DFS-3m)

last updated Jun 19, 2026