UNITED LAUNCH ALLIANCE
Atlas V 431 | Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2)
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Dec 18, 2016 at 19:13 UTC
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PADSpace Launch Complex 41
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPECommunications
MISSION OVERVIEW
Echostar-19, also known as Jupiter-2, is a world’s highest capacity broadband satellite that will help meet the growing demand for HughesNet high-speed satellite internet service in North America. The satellite is designed to provide service for 15 years or more.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Atlas V 431AGENCY
United Launch AllianceMISSION
Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2)
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 41LAUNCH SITE
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 6e7316e1-9e03-411d-a39f-c28e20e18a91
Reported date: Dec 18, 2016 at 19:13 UTC
Last synced: 8 minutes ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Atlas V 431 →
MANUFACTURER
United Launch Alliance
VARIANT
431
FLIGHTS
3
SUCCESSES
3
SUCCESS RATE
100%
Atlas V with 4m Fairing, 3 SRB, 1 Centaur upper stage engine.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Atlas V 431 | Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) launch?
The Atlas V 431 | Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) is scheduled for Sunday, December 18, 2016 at 7:13 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 Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2)?
The Atlas V 431 | Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) mission uses the Atlas V 431 rocket, manufactured by United Launch Alliance. The Atlas V 431 has flown 3 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Atlas V 431 | Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) going to?
The Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2)?
The Atlas V 431 | Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) is operated by United Launch Alliance.
Can I watch the Atlas V 431 | Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) 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 28, 2026 20:33 UTC
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Mar 28, 2026 20:33 UTC
Launch date set: Dec 18, 2016 at 19:13 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United Launch Alliance
Mar 28, 2026 20:33 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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Last data sync: 8 minutes ago
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Launch ID: 6e7316e1-9e03-411d-a39f-c28e20e18a91
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Mission Profile
Echostar 19 (Jupiter-2) was a Atlas V 431 mission operated by United Launch Alliance that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 41, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA on December 18, 2016. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Geostationary Transfer Orbit. The launch was a success.