United Launch Alliance JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID Atlas V 401
Rocket Launch Video Stream
Weather Forecast During Launch
According to weather officials, there's a 95% chance of favorable weather conditions at the time of the launch.
About the JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $115,000,000
JPSS is a collaborative program between NOAA and NASA. JPSS-2 is one of five satellites that will comprise the JPSS constellation. These spacecraft gather global measurements of atmospheric, terrestrial and oceanic conditions, including sea and land surface temperatures, vegetation, clouds, rainfall, snow and ice cover, fire locations and smoke plumes, atmospheric temperature, water vapor and ozone.
LOFTID is a tech demo for the inflatable heatshield technology. It will attempt to survive a reentry from orbit after JPSS 2 is separated. This test will validate the technology for various applications, such as landing large payloads on Mars and engine reuse on ULA’s Vulcan rocket.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 3E
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA
The Space Launch Complex 3E launch pad has hosted 48 rocket launches, including 45 orbital launch attempts. The Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA launch site has been the location for 887 total rocket launches.
Vandenberg Space Force Base is a United States Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County, California. Established in 1941, Vandenberg Space Force Base is a space launch base, launching spacecraft from the Western Range, and also performs missile testing. The United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 30 serves as the host delta for the base, equivalent to an Air Force air base wing. In addition to its military space launch mission, Vandenberg Space Force Base also hosts space launches for civil and commercial space entities, such as NASA and SpaceX.
United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 Rocket
An Atlas V with a 4 meter diameter fairing, no boosters and a single centaur upper stage engine.
Learn more about the United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 Rocket
About United Launch Alliance
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID launch scheduled?
The United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID launch video?
You can watch the United Launch Alliance 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 United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID mission launch from?
The United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 3E at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA. Vandenberg Space Force Base is a United States Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County, California. Established in 1941, Vandenberg Space Force Base is a space launch base, launching spacecraft from the Western Range, and also performs missile testing. The United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 30 serves as the host delta for the base, equivalent to an Air Force air base wing. In addition to its military space launch mission, Vandenberg Space Force Base also hosts space launches for civil and commercial space entities, such as NASA and SpaceX.
What rocket was used for the JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID mission?
The JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID mission launched aboard a United Launch Alliance 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 United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID launch?
The United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID 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 United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the JPSS 2 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 2) & LOFTID 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 United Launch Alliance live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.