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DELTA

The Delta site was first constructed for Thor engine testing and later modified for the Lance J-2 programs. The area has also been used for the loading of propellant for Peacekeeper Stage IV.

History & Accomplishments

• Activated in 1957

• Altitude testing of the J-2 engine 

Programs

• E-1 Engine, X-1 Engine, X-4 Engine, J-2/Saturn-V,

Atlas, Jupiter, NOMAD, and Lance

Test Stand Activity

• DELTA 1         Activated 2/57              105 Tests

• DELTA 2         Activated 7/57              462+ Tests

• DELTA 3         Activated 9/57      Records unavailable