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 5
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: dca21ec8-ddd3-4d56-b384-30c253c6e026
Reported date: Oct 28, 1982 at 01:27 UTC
Last synced: 6 hours 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 5 launch?
The Delta 3924 | Satcom 5 is scheduled for Thursday, October 28, 1982 at 1:27 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 Satcom 5?
The Delta 3924 | Satcom 5 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 5 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 17B at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Satcom 5 going to?
The Satcom 5 mission is targeting Geostationary Orbit.
Who is launching Satcom 5?
The Delta 3924 | Satcom 5 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta 3924 | Satcom 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 23:44 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 29, 2026 23:44 UTC
Launch date set: Oct 28, 1982 at 01:27 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: 6 hours ago
●Launch Library 26 hours ago
Launch ID: dca21ec8-ddd3-4d56-b384-30c253c6e026
●Open-Meteo Weather7 hours ago
Pad weather at 28.45, -80.57