ULA GPS III SV02 Delta IV M+(4,2)
Rocket Launch Video Streams
Weather Forecast During Launch
According to weather officials, there's a 80% chance of favorable weather conditions at the time of the launch.
About the GPS III SV02 "Magellan" Mission
| Type | Navigation |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Medium Earth Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $350,000,000 |
GPS-IIIA (Global Positioning System) is the first evolution stage of the third generation of the GPS satellites. It consists of the first ten (known as "tranche") of GPS III satellites.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 37B
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 40 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 40 |
| 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.
ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) Rocket
| Length | 66.2 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 5.0 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 292.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 4,200.0 kN |
| Apogee | 40,000.0 km |
| LEO Capacity | 11,920 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 6,270 kg |
| Launch Cost | $350,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 11/20/2002 |
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 IV M+(4,2) GPS III SV02 "Magellan" launch scheduled?
The ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) GPS III SV02 "Magellan" launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) GPS III SV02 "Magellan" launch video?
You can watch the ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) 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 IV M+(4,2) GPS III SV02 "Magellan" mission launch from?
The ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 37B 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 GPS III SV02 "Magellan" mission?
The GPS III SV02 "Magellan" mission launched aboard a ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) GPS III SV02 "Magellan" launch?
The ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) GPS III SV02 "Magellan" 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 IV M+(4,2) GPS III SV02 "Magellan" launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ULA Delta IV M+(4,2) launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the GPS III SV02 "Magellan" 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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