MISSION NAME
Skynet 4D
Status
Success
DATE
10 JAN 1998
LAUNCH PROVIDER
United States Air Force
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 17B
Description
Skynet 4 was the third generation of UK Ministry of Defense communications satellites. They provided jam-proof communications service between fixed and mobile land and sea-based ground stations.
Delta II 7925-9.5
Rocket Description
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.