UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Delta 3913 | Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2
—
—
Aug 3, 1981 at 09:56 UTC
▸ Flight profile›
Initializing Launch Globe…
MISSION OVERVIEW
Magnetospheric research satellites placed in polar coplanar orbits, allowing simultaneous measurements at high and low altitudes
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta 3913AGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2
MISSION TYPE
Earth Science
TARGET ORBIT
Polar Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 2WLAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 31fc483d-0b01-4f31-8433-0b305a7a5fa8
Reported date: Aug 3, 1981 at 09:56 UTC
Last synced: 1 second ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
LAUNCH MAP
PAD WEATHER
Loading weather…
CAN YOU SEE THIS LAUNCH?
Select a location to check if this launch is visible from where you are
VEHICLE — Delta 3913 →
MANUFACTURER
McDonnell Douglas
VARIANT
3913
FLIGHTS
1
SUCCESSES
1
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 3913 | Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2 launch?
The Delta 3913 | Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2 is scheduled for Monday, August 3, 1981 at 9:56 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 Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2?
The Delta 3913 | Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2 mission uses the Delta 3913 rocket, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas. The Delta 3913 has flown 1 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta 3913 | Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 2W at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2 going to?
The Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2 mission is targeting Polar Orbit.
Who is launching Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2?
The Delta 3913 | Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta 3913 | Dynamics Explorer 1 & 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 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch date set: Aug 3, 1981 at 09:56 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: 1 second ago
●Launch Library 21 second ago
Launch ID: 31fc483d-0b01-4f31-8433-0b305a7a5fa8
●Open-Meteo Weather2 days ago
Pad weather at 34.76, -120.62
Mission Profile
Dynamics Explorer 1 & 2 was a Delta 3913 mission operated by United States Air Force that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 2W, Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA on August 3, 1981. The flight carried its payload on a earth science mission to Polar Orbit. The launch was a success.