PADSpace Launch Complex 17A
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →ORBITGeostationary Orbit
TYPECommunications
MISSION OVERVIEW
Geostationary communications satellite
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta 3910/PAMAGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
Westar 5
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 17ALAUNCH SITE
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: e9cffd50-b6d9-4cdf-9670-10d6f3a31887
Reported date: Jun 9, 1982 at 00:24 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 — Delta 3910/PAM →
MANUFACTURER
McDonnell Douglas
VARIANT
3910/PAM
FLIGHTS
7
SUCCESSES
7
SUCCESS RATE
100%
The Delta 3000 series was an American expendable launch system which was used to conduct 38 orbital launches between 1975 and 1989. It was a member of the Delta family of rockets. Several variants existed, which were differentiated by a four digit numerical code.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Delta 3910/PAM | Westar 5 launch?
The Delta 3910/PAM | Westar 5 is scheduled for Wednesday, June 9, 1982 at 12:24 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 Westar 5?
The Delta 3910/PAM | Westar 5 mission uses the Delta 3910/PAM rocket, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas. The Delta 3910/PAM has flown 7 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta 3910/PAM | Westar 5 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 17A at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Westar 5 going to?
The Westar 5 mission is targeting Geostationary Orbit.
Who is launching Westar 5?
The Delta 3910/PAM | Westar 5 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta 3910/PAM | Westar 5 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 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch date set: Jun 9, 1982 at 00:24 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 8 minutes ago
●Launch Library 28 minutes ago
Launch ID: e9cffd50-b6d9-4cdf-9670-10d6f3a31887
●Open-Meteo Weather22 hours ago
Pad weather at 28.45, -80.57
Mission Profile
Westar 5 was a Delta 3910/PAM mission operated by United States Air Force that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 17A, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA on June 9, 1982. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Geostationary Orbit. The launch was a success.