ULA GPS IIF-8 (USA-258) Atlas V 401
Rocket Launch Video Stream
About the GPS IIF-8 Mission
| Type | Navigation |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Medium Earth Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $115,000,000 |
GPS IIF-8 is a next-generation GPS satellite which provides navigational assistance for U.S. military operations on land, at sea, and in the air.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 41
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 125 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 125 |
| Total Launches | 1130 |
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
ULA Atlas V 401 Rocket
An Atlas V with a 4 meter diameter fairing, no boosters and a single centaur upper stage engine.
| Length | 58.3 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.8 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 590.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 3,827.0 kN |
| Apogee | 40,000.0 km |
| LEO Capacity | 9,050 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 4,950 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 6,670 kg |
| Launch Cost | $115,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 8/21/2002 |
About ULA
United Launch Alliance (ULA) is a joint venture of Lockheed Martin Space Systems and Boeing Defense, Space & Security. ULA was formed in December 2006 by combining the teams at these companies which provide spacecraft launch services to the government of the United States. ULA launches from both coasts of the US. They launch their Atlas V vehicle from LC-41 in Cape Canaveral and LC-3E at Vandeberg. Their Delta IV launches from LC-37 at Cape Canaveral and LC-6 at Vandenberg.
| Total Launches | 175 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 175 |
| Pending | 73 |
| Consecutive Success | 175 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ULA Atlas V 401 GPS IIF-8 launch scheduled?
The ULA Atlas V 401 GPS IIF-8 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ULA Atlas V 401 GPS IIF-8 launch video?
You can watch the ULA Atlas V 401 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the ULA Atlas V 401 GPS IIF-8 mission launch from?
The ULA Atlas V 401 rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
What rocket was used for the GPS IIF-8 mission?
The GPS IIF-8 mission launched aboard a ULA Atlas V 401 rocket. An Atlas V with a 4 meter diameter fairing, no boosters and a single centaur upper stage engine. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ULA Atlas V 401 GPS IIF-8 launch?
The ULA Atlas V 401 GPS IIF-8 launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the ULA Atlas V 401 GPS IIF-8 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ULA Atlas V 401 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the GPS IIF-8 mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official ULA live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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