PADSpace Launch Complex 10W
SITEVandenberg SFB, CA, USA →ORBITSun-Synchronous Orbit
TYPEGovernment/Top Secret
MISSION OVERVIEW
The DSAP-1 (Defense Satellite Application Program Block 1) satellites series, also known as P-35, was the first series of military meteorologal satellites of the USA.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Thor MG-18AGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
DSAP-1 F11
MISSION TYPE
Government/Top Secret
TARGET ORBIT
Sun-Synchronous Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 10WLAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 40cb69e3-83d2-417e-8085-6e9526319760
Reported date: Mar 18, 1965 at 04:43 UTC
Last synced: 1 hour ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Thor MG-18 →
MANUFACTURER
McDonnell Douglas
VARIANT
MG-18
FLIGHTS
2
SUCCESSES
2
SUCCESS RATE
100%
American orbital launch vehicle. Two stage vehicle consisting of 1 x Thor DM-18A + 1 x MG-18
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Thor MG-18 | DSAP-1 F11 launch?
The Thor MG-18 | DSAP-1 F11 is scheduled for Thursday, March 18, 1965 at 4:43 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 DSAP-1 F11?
The Thor MG-18 | DSAP-1 F11 mission uses the Thor MG-18 rocket, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas. The Thor MG-18 has flown 2 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Thor MG-18 | DSAP-1 F11 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 10W at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is DSAP-1 F11 going to?
The DSAP-1 F11 mission is targeting Sun-Synchronous Orbit.
Who is launching DSAP-1 F11?
The Thor MG-18 | DSAP-1 F11 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Thor MG-18 | DSAP-1 F11 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 28, 2026 20:13 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 28, 2026 20:13 UTC
Launch date set: Mar 18, 1965 at 04:43 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 28, 2026 20:13 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 1 hour ago
●Launch Library 21 hour ago
Launch ID: 40cb69e3-83d2-417e-8085-6e9526319760
●Open-Meteo Weather12 hours ago
Pad weather at 34.77, -120.62
