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Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7

SUCCESSJun 18, 1983 at 11:33 UTCSpace Shuttle

Sally Ride became first American woman in space. Mission deployed two communications satellites and conducted various experiments.

VEHICLE
Space Shuttle
AGENCY
NASA
TARGET ORBIT
LEO
CONFIRMED
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
When is the Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7 launch?
The Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7 is scheduled for Saturday, June 18, 1983 at 11:33 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7?
The Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7 mission uses the Space Shuttle rocket.
Where is the Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7 launching from?
The launch takes place from Kennedy Space Center.
What orbit is Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7 going to?
The Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7 mission is targeting LEO.
Who is launching Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7?
The Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7 is operated by NASA.
Can I watch the Space Shuttle Challenger | STS-7 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 23:43 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch date set: Jun 18, 1983 at 11:33 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by NASA
Mar 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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Last data sync: 2 hours ago