PADSpace Launch Complex 17B
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPECommunications
MISSION OVERVIEW
GeoLITE was a TRW T-310 class satellite with a mass of about 1800 kg, including a solid apogee motor.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Delta IIAGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
NROL-17 (GeoLITE)
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer 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: 85bde53f-596d-44dc-bb8e-e0490714da6b
Reported date: May 18, 2001 at 17:45 UTC
Last synced: 18 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
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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Delta II | NROL-17 launch?
The Delta II | NROL-17 is scheduled for Friday, May 18, 2001 at 5:45 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 NROL-17 (GeoLITE)?
The Delta II | NROL-17 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 | NROL-17 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 17B at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is NROL-17 (GeoLITE) going to?
The NROL-17 (GeoLITE) mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching NROL-17 (GeoLITE)?
The Delta II | NROL-17 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta II | NROL-17 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: May 18, 2001 at 17:45 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
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 18 minutes ago
●Launch Library 218 minutes ago
Launch ID: 85bde53f-596d-44dc-bb8e-e0490714da6b
●Open-Meteo Weather1 day ago
Pad weather at 28.45, -80.57
Mission Profile
NROL-17 (GeoLITE) 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 May 18, 2001. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Geostationary Transfer Orbit. The launch was a success.