NASA/LOCKHEED MARTIN

Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1

SUCCESSApr 3, 1996 at 22:08 UTCAtlas IIAS

First Inmarsat-3 satellite launched successfully. Part of the global mobile satellite communications constellation.

VEHICLE
Atlas IIAS
AGENCY
NASA/Lockheed Martin
TARGET ORBIT
GEO
CONFIRMED
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
When is the Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1 launch?
The Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1 is scheduled for Wednesday, April 3, 1996 at 10:08 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 IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1?
The Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1 mission uses the Atlas IIAS rocket.
Where is the Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1 launching from?
The launch takes place from Cape Canaveral LC-36A.
What orbit is Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1 going to?
The Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1 mission is targeting GEO.
Who is launching Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1?
The Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1 is operated by NASA/Lockheed Martin.
Can I watch the Atlas IIAS | Inmarsat-3 F1 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.
Mar 29, 2026 01:15 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 01:15 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 3, 1996 at 22:08 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by NASA/Lockheed Martin
Mar 29, 2026 01:15 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
Last data sync: 2 hours ago