MISSION OVERVIEW
Jason-1 is the first follow-on to the highly successful TOPEX/Poseidon mission that measured ocean surface topography to an accuracy of 4.2 cm, enabled scientists to forecast the 1997-1998 El Niño, and improved understanding of ocean circulation and its effect of global climate.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta IIAGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
Jason
MISSION TYPE
Earth Science
TARGET ORBIT
High Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 2WLAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: da6a4ce2-c6ce-4ad6-af19-031695aaaa4d
Reported date: Dec 7, 2001 at 15:07 UTC
Last synced: 3 hours 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
7920-10
FLIGHTS
9
SUCCESSES
9
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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Delta II | Jason launch?
The Delta II | Jason is scheduled for Friday, December 7, 2001 at 3:07 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 Jason?
The Delta II | Jason mission uses the Delta II rocket, manufactured by United Launch Alliance. The Delta II has flown 9 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Delta II | Jason launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 2W at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is Jason going to?
The Jason mission is targeting High Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Jason?
The Delta II | Jason is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta II | Jason 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 01:07 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 01:07 UTC
Launch date set: Dec 7, 2001 at 15:07 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 29, 2026 01:07 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
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Launch ID: da6a4ce2-c6ce-4ad6-af19-031695aaaa4d
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Pad weather at 34.76, -120.62
