SITEKennedy Space Center →
ORBITLEO
MISSION OVERVIEW
Deployed the Advanced Communications Technology Satellite (ACTS). Mission demonstrated advanced satellite communication technologies for future use.
LAUNCH DETAILS
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 launch?
The Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 is scheduled for Sunday, September 12, 1993 at 11:45 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 Discovery | STS-51?
The Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 mission uses the Space Shuttle rocket.
Where is the Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 launching from?
The launch takes place from Kennedy Space Center.
What orbit is Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 going to?
The Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 mission is targeting LEO.
Who is launching Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51?
The Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 is operated by NASA.
Can I watch the Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 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
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Launch date set: Sep 12, 1993 at 11:45 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by NASA
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Launch completed successfully
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A Caribbean SpacewalkIn this photo taken on Sept. 16, 1993, NASA astronauts James H. Newman (left), and Carl E. Walz evaluate procedures and gear for an upcoming…
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Mission Profile
Space Shuttle Discovery | STS-51 was a Space Shuttle mission operated by NASA that lifted off from Kennedy Space Center on September 12, 1993. The flight carried its payload to LEO. The launch was a success.