United States Air Force Mars Odyssey Delta II
About the Mars Odyssey Mission
- Type: Planetary Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $51,000,000
2001 Mars Odyssey is a robotic spacecraft orbiting the planet Mars. The project was developed by NASA, and contracted out to Lockheed Martin, with an expected cost for the entire mission of US$297 million. Its mission is to use spectrometers and a thermal imager to detect evidence of past or present water and ice, as well as study the planet's geology and radiation environment.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 17A
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
The Space Launch Complex 17A launch pad has hosted 145 rocket launches, including 145 orbital launch attempts. The Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA launch site has been the location for 1086 total 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.
United Launch Alliance Delta II 7925-9.5 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.
Learn more about the United Launch Alliance Delta II 7925-9.5 Rocket
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the United States Air Force Delta II Mars Odyssey launch scheduled?
The United States Air Force Delta II Mars Odyssey launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the United States Air Force Delta II Mars Odyssey mission launch from?
The United States Air Force Delta II rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 17A 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 Odyssey mission?
The Mars Odyssey mission launched aboard a United States Air Force 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 United States Air Force Delta II Mars Odyssey launch?
The United States Air Force Delta II Mars Odyssey 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 II Mars Odyssey launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest United States Air Force Delta II launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Mars Odyssey 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.