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ORBITLEO
MISSION OVERVIEW
Discovery’s maiden flight, deployed three communications satellites. First mission to use the shuttle’s robotic arm for satellite deployment.
LAUNCH DETAILS
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMED
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D launch?
The Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D is scheduled for Thursday, August 30, 1984 at 12:41 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 Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D?
The Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D mission uses the Space Shuttle rocket.
Where is the Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D launching from?
The launch takes place from Kennedy Space Center.
What orbit is Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D going to?
The Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D mission is targeting LEO.
Who is launching Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D?
The Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D is operated by NASA.
Can I watch the Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-41-D 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 23:43 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch date set: Aug 30, 1984 at 12:41 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by NASA
Mar 29, 2026 23:43 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 52 seconds ago