Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter)
Atlas V 541
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
Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter)
- Type: Robotic Exploration
- Orbit: Heliocentric N/A
- Launch Cost: $145,000,000
Atop this ULA Atlas V rocket will be Perseverance, a car-sized rover which will explore an ancient river delta on Mars. Armed with a suite of six scientific instruments, Perseverance will primarily hunt for clues to the planet's distant past, and hopefully uncover signs of ancient life and habitability. The rover also carries an experiment that'll convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, a box-sized helicopter named Ingenuity that'll demonstrate powered flight on Mars, and a system that enables the rover to leave behind samples for later retrieval and return to Earth during NASA and ESA's ambitious sample return mission later this decade.
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 541
Atlas V with 5m Fairing, 4 SRB, 1 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 541 Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) launch scheduled?
The United Launch Alliance Atlas V 541 Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the United Launch Alliance Atlas V 541 Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) launch video?
You can watch the United Launch Alliance Atlas V 541 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 541 Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) mission launch from?
The United Launch Alliance Atlas V 541 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 Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) mission?
The Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) mission launched aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V 541 rocket. Atlas V with 5m Fairing, 4 SRB, 1 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 541 Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) launch?
The United Launch Alliance Atlas V 541 Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) 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 541 Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest United Launch Alliance Atlas V 541 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover & Ingenuity helicopter) 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.