Measured near-Earth magnetic field and crustal anomalies.

Typical orbit: 352 km x 561 km at 97 degrees inclination. Mass: 181 kg (399 lb). Associated Launch Vehicle: Scout G.

• 1979 October 30 - Magsat - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Vehicle: Scout G. Mass: 181 kg (399 lb). Perigee: 352 km (218 mi). Apogee: 561 km (348 mi). Inclination: 96.80 deg. Period: 93.70 min.

  Measured near-Earth magnetic field and crustal anomalies. Spacecraft engaged in practical applications and uses of space technology such as weather or communication (US Cat C).

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