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> Getting to orbit requires at least one more burn near the apogee of the original orbit to circularize it and ensure the spacecraft doesn't approach the atmosp
by DarmokJalad1701 3y ago
> Getting to orbit requires at least one more burn near the apogee of the original orbit to circularize it and ensure the spacecraft doesn't approach the atmosphere again
The Saturn V went direct to Earth orbit without requiring relighting the third stage engine.