SITECape Canaveral →
ORBITVenus Orbit
MISSION OVERVIEW
Venus orbiter mission that mapped the planet’s surface using radar. Operated successfully for over 14 years until 1992.
LAUNCH DETAILS
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 launch?
The Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 is scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 1978 at 1:13 PM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1?
The Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 mission uses the Atlas-Centaur rocket.
Where is the Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 launching from?
The launch takes place from Cape Canaveral.
What orbit is Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 going to?
The Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 mission is targeting Venus Orbit.
Who is launching Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1?
The Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 is operated by NASA.
Can I watch the Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Mar 31, 2026 00:36 UTC
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Mar 31, 2026 00:36 UTC
Launch date set: May 20, 1978 at 13:13 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by NASA
Mar 31, 2026 00:36 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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Feb 24, 2025 22:19 UTC
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Mission Profile
Atlas-Centaur | Pioneer Venus 1 was a Atlas-Centaur mission operated by NASA that lifted off from Cape Canaveral on May 20, 1978. The flight carried its payload to Venus Orbit. The launch was a success.