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Lockheed Martin - Athena-2

Launcher name	Athena-2
Launcher status	Retired
First launch	1998
Launch delay	First announced launch: 1998
Launches	3
Launch cost	$65M
Cost per kg	55790 $/kg
Performance	1165 kg
Launch type	Land
Propellant type	Solid
Reusability	Not planned
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Company	Lockheed Martin
Oneliner	We connect customers with integrated solutions & predictive technologies to ensure they stay ahead of emerging threats.
Funding	Yes
Country	US
Founded	1993
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Related project	Lockheed Martin - Athena-1

Last modified: 2023-05-01

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