The SM-65A Atlas or Atlas A also designated X-11 was the first full-scale prototype of the Atlas missile which first flew on 11 June 1957. Unlike later versions of the Atlas missile the Atlas A did not feature the stage and a half design. Instead the booster engines were fixed in place and the sustainer engine was omitted.The Atlas A conducted eight test flights of which four were successful.
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