1961 Press Photo Satellites-Double-Lofti, double satellite was sent into orbit.

The double satellite that was sent into orbit about the earth Tuesday night from Cape Canaveral, Fla., is shown above. The main satellite, a 250-pound navigation vehicle, was to be another step toward a system to improve the navigation of ships and planes. Riding above it is a 54-pounder nicknames Lofti which was to be used for radio communications experiments.

Photo measures 7 x 9 inches.

Photo is dated 02-24-1961.



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