MISSION OVERVIEW
The main objectives of SAMPEX (Solar Anomalous & Magnetospheric Particle Explorer) experiments was to obtain data for several continuous years on the anomalous, components of cosmic rays, on energetic particle emissions from the sun, and on the precipitating magnetospheric relativistic electrons.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Scout G-1
MISSION
SAMPEX
MISSION TYPE
Planetary Science
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 5LAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 5e6a6ee3-0f04-4f52-88af-ac5e37022053
Reported date: Jul 3, 1992 at 14:19 UTC
Last synced: 2 hours ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE
MANUFACTURER
Vought
VARIANT
G-1
FLIGHTS
17
SUCCESSES
17
SUCCESS RATE
100%
The Scout family of rockets were were American launch vehicles designed to place small satellites into orbit around the Earth. The Scout multistage rocket was the first orbital launch vehicle to be entirely composed of solid fuel stages.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Scout G-1 | SAMPEX launch?
The Scout G-1 | SAMPEX is scheduled for Friday, July 3, 1992 at 2:19 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 SAMPEX?
The Scout G-1 | SAMPEX mission uses the Scout G-1 rocket, manufactured by Vought. The Scout G-1 has flown 17 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Scout G-1 | SAMPEX launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 5 at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is SAMPEX going to?
The SAMPEX mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching SAMPEX?
The Scout G-1 | SAMPEX is operated by National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
Can I watch the Scout G-1 | SAMPEX 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 03:06 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 03:06 UTC
Launch date set: Jul 3, 1992 at 14:19 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Mar 29, 2026 03:06 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 2 hours ago
●Launch Library 22 hours ago
Launch ID: 5e6a6ee3-0f04-4f52-88af-ac5e37022053
●Open-Meteo Weather2 hours ago
Pad weather at 34.61, -120.62
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