UNITED STATES AIR FORCE

Delta II | Swift

SUCCESSNov 20, 2004 at 17:16 UTCDelta II →
PADSpace Launch Complex 17A
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →
ORBITLow Earth Orbit
TYPEAstrophysics

NASA Medium-class Explorer satellite dedicated to study of gamma ray bursts, the third after the IMAGE and WMAP satellites.

VEHICLE
Delta II
MISSION
Swift
MISSION TYPE
Astrophysics
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
COUNTRY
USA
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
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Reported date: Nov 20, 2004 at 17:16 UTC
Last synced: 3 hours ago
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MANUFACTURER
United Launch Alliance
VARIANT
7320-10C
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.

When is the Delta II | Swift launch?
The Delta II | Swift is scheduled for Saturday, November 20, 2004 at 5:16 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 Swift?
The Delta II | Swift 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 | Swift launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 17A at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Swift going to?
The Swift mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Swift?
The Delta II | Swift is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Delta II | Swift 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 01:08 UTC
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Launch date set: Nov 20, 2004 at 17:16 UTC
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