UNITED STATES AIR FORCE

Delta II | BONUM-1

SUCCESS Delta II →
Nov 22, 1998 at 23:54 UTC
Geostationary Orbit Communications Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA 100% success
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PADSpace Launch Complex 17B
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →
ORBITGeostationary Orbit
TYPECommunications

The satellite is a high-power version of the HS-376HP, spin-stabilized spacecraft, one of the most popular spacecraft models. The satellite was launched onboard a Delta-7925 rocket on Nov. 22, 1998. The delivery in-orbit contract included the satellite, launch vehicle services, and ground satellite control equipment for use at the control center, and training for the satellite controllers. The satellite is operated by the BONUM-1 control station, located in Moscow.

VEHICLE
Delta II
MISSION
BONUM-1
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Orbit
COUNTRY
USA
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 3949f21f-ae39-439b-b6e6-750b5562d94c
Reported date: Nov 22, 1998 at 23:54 UTC
Last synced: 1 minute ago
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MANUFACTURER
United Launch Alliance
VARIANT
7925-9.5
FLIGHTS
26
SUCCESSES
26
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.

When is the Delta II | BONUM-1 launch?
The Delta II | BONUM-1 is scheduled for Sunday, November 22, 1998 at 11:54 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 BONUM-1?
The Delta II | BONUM-1 mission uses the Delta II rocket, manufactured by United Launch Alliance. The Delta II has flown 26 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta II | BONUM-1 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 17B at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is BONUM-1 going to?
The BONUM-1 mission is targeting Geostationary Orbit.
Who is launching BONUM-1?
The Delta II | BONUM-1 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta II | BONUM-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.
Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
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Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
Launch date set: Nov 22, 1998 at 23:54 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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Launch ID: 3949f21f-ae39-439b-b6e6-750b5562d94c
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Mission Profile

BONUM-1 was a Delta II 7925-9.5 mission operated by United States Air Force that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 17B, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA on November 22, 1998. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Geostationary Orbit. The launch was a success.