TDRS-M
Atlas V 401
United Launch Alliance
Rocket Launch Videos
Weather Forecast During Launch
According to weather officials, there's a 90% chance of favorable weather conditions at the time of the launch.
Mission
TDRS-M
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit
- Launch Cost: $115,000,000
TDRS-M is an American communications satellite which is operated by NASA as part of the Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System, which provides a multitude of communications services to a wide variety of missions.
Location
Space Launch Complex 41
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
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Space Launch Complex 41 has witnessed the launch of 121 rockets, including 121 orbital launch attempts. While Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA, has been the site for 1086 rocket launches.
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.
Rocket
United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401
An Atlas V with a 4 meter diameter fairing, no boosters and a single centaur upper stage engine.
Agency
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 TDRS-M launch scheduled?
The United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 TDRS-M launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 TDRS-M 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 TDRS-M mission launch from?
The United Launch Alliance 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 TDRS-M mission?
The TDRS-M 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 TDRS-M launch?
The United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 TDRS-M 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 TDRS-M 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 TDRS-M 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.
