UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Delta 1914 | Anik A2
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Apr 20, 1973 at 23:47 UTC
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PADSpace Launch Complex 17B
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →ORBITGeosynchronous Orbit
TYPECommunications
MISSION OVERVIEW
Geosynchronous communications satellite developed by Hughes Aircraft Company.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta 1914AGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
Anik A2
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geosynchronous Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 17BLAUNCH SITE
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: cbebb006-656f-4138-95a9-25fb97ad56c1
Reported date: Apr 20, 1973 at 23:47 UTC
Last synced: 5 minutes ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Delta 1914 →
MANUFACTURER
McDonnell Douglas
VARIANT
1914
FLIGHTS
2
SUCCESSES
2
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 1914 | Anik A2 launch?
The Delta 1914 | Anik A2 is scheduled for Friday, April 20, 1973 at 11:47 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 Anik A2?
The Delta 1914 | Anik A2 mission uses the Delta 1914 rocket, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas. The Delta 1914 has flown 2 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta 1914 | Anik A2 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 17B at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Anik A2 going to?
The Anik A2 mission is targeting Geosynchronous Orbit.
Who is launching Anik A2?
The Delta 1914 | Anik A2 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta 1914 | Anik A2 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 21:44 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 28, 2026 21:44 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 20, 1973 at 23:47 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 28, 2026 21:44 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 5 minutes ago
●Launch Library 25 minutes ago
Launch ID: cbebb006-656f-4138-95a9-25fb97ad56c1
●Open-Meteo Weather3 days ago
Pad weather at 28.45, -80.57
Mission Profile
Anik A2 was a Delta 1914 mission operated by United States Air Force that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 17B, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA on April 20, 1973. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Geosynchronous Orbit. The launch was a success.