Aerospace «Pegasus» system. Review based on the 1988–1996 press.ІІІ. Modifications, flight tests, and operation

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1Gusynin, VP
1State Space Agency of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine
Kosm. nauka tehnol. 1998, 4 ;(5):148–155
https://doi.org/10.15407/knit1998.05.148
Publication Language: Russian
Abstract: 
Main characteristics and construction features of the modifications of the only aerospace system "Pegasus" operating at the moment are considered. The data on flight tests and launches are given. The causes of breakdown launches are analyzed. The prospects for the system operation are considered.
Keywords: aerospace system, flight tests
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