PADSpace Launch Complex 2W
SITEVandenberg SFB, CA, USA →ORBITSun-Synchronous Orbit
TYPEGovernment/Top Secret
MISSION OVERVIEW
A reconnaissance satellite for the Italy, for both military and civilian use.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta IIAGENCY
United Launch AllianceMISSION
COSMO-SkyMed 1
MISSION TYPE
Government/Top Secret
TARGET ORBIT
Sun-Synchronous Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 2WLAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 3bd7444e-255a-4578-b88e-b5ed53b8996c
Reported date: Jun 8, 2007 at 02:34 UTC
Last synced: 2 minutes ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Delta II →
MANUFACTURER
United Launch Alliance
VARIANT
7420-10C
FLIGHTS
6
SUCCESSES
6
SUCCESS RATE
100%
Delta II is an American space launch system developed by McDonnell Douglas, now part of the Delta rocket family operated by United Launch Alliance. With more than 150 missions and a nearly perfect track record, Delta II has established itself as one of the most successful orbital launch systems.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Delta II 7420-10 | COSMO-SkyMed 1 launch?
The Delta II 7420-10 | COSMO-SkyMed 1 is scheduled for Friday, June 8, 2007 at 2:34 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 COSMO-SkyMed 1?
The Delta II 7420-10 | COSMO-SkyMed 1 mission uses the Delta II rocket, manufactured by United Launch Alliance. The Delta II has flown 6 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta II 7420-10 | COSMO-SkyMed 1 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 2W at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is COSMO-SkyMed 1 going to?
The COSMO-SkyMed 1 mission is targeting Sun-Synchronous Orbit.
Who is launching COSMO-SkyMed 1?
The Delta II 7420-10 | COSMO-SkyMed 1 is operated by United Launch Alliance.
Can I watch the Delta II 7420-10 | COSMO-SkyMed 1 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 00:04 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch date set: Jun 8, 2007 at 02:34 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United Launch Alliance
Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 2 minutes ago
●Launch Library 22 minutes ago
Launch ID: 3bd7444e-255a-4578-b88e-b5ed53b8996c
●Open-Meteo Weather1 day ago
Pad weather at 34.76, -120.62
Mission Profile
COSMO-SkyMed 1 was a Delta II 7420-10C mission operated by United Launch Alliance that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 2W, Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA on June 8, 2007. The flight carried its payload on a government/top secret mission to Sun-Synchronous Orbit. The launch was a success.