United States Air Force Orion 3 Delta 8930
About the Orion 3 Mission
| Type | Communications |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Geostationary Orbit |
American communications satellite. The launch on 4 May 1999 was unsuccessful due to underperformance by the rocket booster and the satellite was left in a useless orbit.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 17B
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 132 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 132 |
| 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.
Boeing Delta III 8930 Rocket
The Delta III rocket was an expendable launch vehicle made by Boeing. The first Delta III launch was on August 26, 1998.
| Length | 35.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 4.0 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 301.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 4,889.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 8,290 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 3,810 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 8/26/1998 |
About United States Air Force
The United States Air Force (USAF) is the air service branch of the United States Armed Forces, and is one of the eight uniformed services of the United States. Originally created on 1 August 1907, as a part of the United States Army Signal Corps, the USAF was established as a separate branch of the United States Armed Forces in 1947 with the enactment of the National Security Act of 1947.
| Total Launches | 1,078 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 972 |
| Failed | 106 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the United States Air Force Delta III Orion 3 launch scheduled?
The United States Air Force Delta III Orion 3 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the United States Air Force Delta III Orion 3 mission launch from?
The United States Air Force Delta III rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 17B 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 Orion 3 mission?
The Orion 3 mission launched aboard a United States Air Force Delta III rocket. The Delta III rocket was an expendable launch vehicle made by Boeing. The first Delta III launch was on August 26, 1998. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the United States Air Force Delta III Orion 3 launch?
The United States Air Force Delta III Orion 3 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 States Air Force Delta III Orion 3 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest United States Air Force Delta III launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Orion 3 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 States Air Force live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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