UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Delta 1900 | AE-C
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Dec 16, 1973 at 06:18 UTC
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MISSION OVERVIEW
Scientific satellite dedicated to photochemical processes in the Earth’s atmosphere
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta 1900AGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
AE-C
MISSION TYPE
Earth Science
TARGET ORBIT
Elliptical Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 2WLAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 45f94ffb-f96c-4bd2-92be-b186dcc4c5bd
Reported date: Dec 16, 1973 at 06:18 UTC
Last synced: 6 minutes ago
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VEHICLE — Delta 1900 →
MANUFACTURER
McDonnell Douglas
VARIANT
1900
FLIGHTS
1
SUCCESSES
1
SUCCESS RATE
100%
The Delta 1000 series (also referred to as Straight-Eight) was an American expendable launch system which was used to conduct eight orbital launches between 1972 and 1975. It was a member of the Delta family of rockets. Several variants existed, differentiated by a four digit numerical code.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Delta 1900 | AE-C launch?
The Delta 1900 | AE-C is scheduled for Sunday, December 16, 1973 at 6:18 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for AE-C?
The Delta 1900 | AE-C mission uses the Delta 1900 rocket, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas. The Delta 1900 has flown 1 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta 1900 | AE-C launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 2W at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is AE-C going to?
The AE-C mission is targeting Elliptical Orbit.
Who is launching AE-C?
The Delta 1900 | AE-C is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta 1900 | AE-C 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 21:45 UTC
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Mar 28, 2026 21:45 UTC
Launch date set: Dec 16, 1973 at 06:18 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 28, 2026 21:45 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 6 minutes ago
●Launch Library 26 minutes ago
Launch ID: 45f94ffb-f96c-4bd2-92be-b186dcc4c5bd
●Open-Meteo Weather3 days ago
Pad weather at 34.76, -120.62
Mission Profile
AE-C was a Delta 1900 mission operated by United States Air Force that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 2W, Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA on December 16, 1973. The flight carried its payload on a earth science mission to Elliptical Orbit. The launch was a success.