PADSpace Launch Complex 17A
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta DM-19AGENCY
United States Air ForceLAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 17ALAUNCH SITE
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: d859322c-ed6f-4de8-ab7a-8b3a19f0db60
Reported date: Aug 16, 1961 at 03:21 UTC
Last synced: 1 second ago
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VEHICLE — Delta DM-19 →
MANUFACTURER
United States Air Force
VARIANT
DM-19
FLIGHTS
3
SUCCESSES
3
SUCCESS RATE
100%
The Delta DM-19, or Thor-Delta was an early launch system used for 12 launches in the early '60s in the US. The first stage was a Thor missile with the second stage being the Delta, hence the name Thor-Delta. Of 12 flights, it failed only once and put 11 satellites into orbit between 1960 and 62.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Delta DM-19 | Explorer 12 launch?
The Delta DM-19 | Explorer 12 is scheduled for Wednesday, August 16, 1961 at 3:21 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 Delta DM-19 | Explorer 12?
The Delta DM-19 | Explorer 12 mission uses the Delta DM-19 rocket, manufactured by United States Air Force. The Delta DM-19 has flown 3 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta DM-19 | Explorer 12 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 17A at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
Who is launching Delta DM-19 | Explorer 12?
The Delta DM-19 | Explorer 12 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta DM-19 | Explorer 12 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 20:12 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 28, 2026 20:12 UTC
Launch date set: Aug 16, 1961 at 03:21 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 28, 2026 20:12 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: d859322c-ed6f-4de8-ab7a-8b3a19f0db60
●Open-Meteo Weather6 hours ago
Pad weather at 28.45, -80.57