Payload Flight Instance
Modes
Levels of detail in the response - list, normal, detailed
Example - /payload_flights/?mode=list
Filters
Parameters - payload
Example - /payload_flights/?payload=2
Number of results
Use limit to control the number of objects in the response (max 100)
Example - /payload_flights/?limit=2
Format
Switch to JSON output - /payload_flights/?format=json
Help
Find all the FAQs and support links on the documentation homepage - lldev.thespacedevs.com/docs
GET /2.3.0/payload_flights/29/?format=api
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The Electron Program was founded on the premise that small payloads such as CubeSats require dedicated small launch vehicles and flexibility not currently offered by traditional rocket systems. Its rocket, the Electron, is a light-weight rocket and is now operating commercially. 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