PADSpace Launch Complex 17B
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →ORBITGeostationary Orbit
TYPECommunications
MISSION OVERVIEW
Geostationary communications satellite
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta 3924
AGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
Satcom 2R
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary 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: ae5096a4-c449-43a4-92a8-68a9d80d96ba
Reported date: Sep 8, 1983 at 22:52 UTC
Last synced: 1 minute ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE
MANUFACTURER
McDonnell Douglas
VARIANT
3924
FLIGHTS
5
SUCCESSES
5
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 3924 | Satcom 2R launch?
The Delta 3924 | Satcom 2R is scheduled for Thursday, September 8, 1983 at 10:52 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 Satcom 2R?
The Delta 3924 | Satcom 2R mission uses the Delta 3924 rocket, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas. The Delta 3924 has flown 5 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta 3924 | Satcom 2R launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 17B at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Satcom 2R going to?
The Satcom 2R mission is targeting Geostationary Orbit.
Who is launching Satcom 2R?
The Delta 3924 | Satcom 2R is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta 3924 | Satcom 2R 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 23:44 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 29, 2026 23:44 UTC
Launch date set: Sep 8, 1983 at 22:52 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 29, 2026 23:44 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 1 minute ago
●Launch Library 21 minute ago
Launch ID: ae5096a4-c449-43a4-92a8-68a9d80d96ba
●Open-Meteo Weather17 minutes ago
Pad weather at 28.45, -80.57