Launch system Selection process Mission needs and objective Mission requirements Altitude Inclination Right ascension of ascending node (raand Payload dimensions Launch system performance, availability, cost, reliabili Fairings UpperstageLaunch System Selection Process • Mission needs and objective • Mission requirements – Altitude – Inclination – Right ascension of ascending node (RAAN) – Payload dimensions • Launch system performance, availability, cost, reliability • Fairings • Upperstage