1989 Space & Exploration Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 11 Feb First GPS satellite launched: On February 11, 1989, the United States launched the first Block II GPS satellite, marking a significant milestone in the development of the Global Positioning System. source: history.com
- 14 Feb First GPS satellite launched: The first satellite of the Global Positioning System (GPS), known as Navstar 1, was launched on February 14, 1989. This marked a significant milestone in satellite navigation technology, paving the way for modern GPS applications in various fields. source: nasa.gov
- 30 Nov Solar Maximum Mission Satellite Crash: The Solar Maximum Mission research satellite, originally launched in 1980, crashes back to Earth after nearly a decade in orbit.
What happened in 1989?
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