Apollo 9 Mission
Launch Status
Success
Date & Time
3 Mar 1969, 4:00pm
UTC
Location
Pad
Launch Complex 39A
Launch Service Provider
Vehicle
Spacecraft Stage
Apollo Command/Service Module
Crew
James McDivitt
David Scott
Rusty Schweickart
Mission
Apollo 9
Mission Type
Human Exploration
Destination
Low Earth Orbit
Apollo 9 was commanded by James McDivitt, Command Module Pilot Dave Scott and Lunar Module Pilot Rusty Schweickart. The mission tested the LM engines, backpack life support systems, navigation systems, and docking maneuvers.
Available Replays
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1969: Apollo 9 (NASA)
Updated: Apr 16, 10:45am UTC
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