Landsat 1 (formerly known as the Earth Resources Technology Satellite – ERTS) was launched. It was the first Earth-observing satellite to be launched with the intent of studying and monitoring the Earth’s landmasses. The Landsat program has successfully launched seven satellites including the newest one, the Landsat Data Continuity Mission…
Landsat 1 (formerly known as the Earth Resources Technology Satellite – ERTS) was launched. It was the first Earth-observing satellite to be launched with the intent of studying and monitoring the Earth’s landmasses. The Landsat program has successfully launched seven satellites including the newest one, the Landsat Data Continuity Mission (LDCM) in 2013.