ULA JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) Delta II 7920-10
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Weather Forecast During Launch
According to weather officials, there's a 100% chance of favorable weather conditions at the time of the launch.
About the JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) Mission
| Type | Earth Science |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Sun-Synchronous Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $51,000,000 |
From a 512-mile orbit, tilted 98.7 degrees to the equator and traveling pole-to-pole, the craft will provide imagery, atmospheric temperature and humidity profiles, and land and ocean surface temperature observations, all of which are key ingredients for weather forecasting. In addition, the satellite will measure ozone levels and reflected solar radiation from the planet.JPSS 1 will survey the entire globe twice per day with five sensor packages.The satellite will replace the existing Suomi NPP spacecraft that launched in 2011 for a five-year mission as a gapfiller between NOAA’s legacy weather satellite constellation and the new JPSS generation.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 2W
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA
| Launches | 99 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 99 |
| Total Launches | 916 |
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.
ULA Delta II 7920-10 Rocket
Delta II is an American space launch system developed by McDonnell Douglas, now part of the Delta rocket family operated by United Launch Alliance. With more than 150 missions and a nearly perfect track record, Delta II has established itself as one of the most successful orbital launch systems.
| Length | 38.7 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 2.4 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 251.0 T |
| LEO Capacity | 5,959 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 1,828 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 3,017 kg |
| Launch Cost | $51,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 11/4/1995 |
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 Delta II JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) launch scheduled?
The ULA Delta II JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ULA Delta II JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) launch video?
You can watch the ULA Delta II 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 Delta II JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) mission launch from?
The ULA Delta II rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 2W 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 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) mission?
The JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) mission launched aboard a ULA Delta II rocket. Delta II is an American space launch system developed by McDonnell Douglas, now part of the Delta rocket family operated by United Launch Alliance. With more than 150 missions and a nearly perfect track record, Delta II has established itself as one of the most successful orbital launch systems. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ULA Delta II JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) launch?
The ULA Delta II JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) 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 Delta II JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ULA Delta II launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the JPSS 1 (Joint Polar Satellite System spacecraft No. 1) 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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