What happened to the EOS-03 mission after launch?

Options

  • A. It successfully entered geostationary orbit
  • B. It was placed into a polar orbit
  • C. The mission was unsuccessful because the third stage ignition did not occur as planned
  • D. It was redirected to the Moon
  • E. It completed its mission successfully

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

C. The mission was unsuccessful because the third stage ignition did not occur as planned

Detailed Explanation

EOS-03 could not be placed into its intended orbit after an anomaly involving the cryogenic upper stage.