What rocket is launching STP-27AD2?

STP-27AD2 is launching on the Astra Rocket 3.

Who is launching STP-27AD2?

STP-27AD2 is being launched by Astra Space, a commercial launch provider founded in 2005.

Where is STP-27AD2 launching from?

STP-27AD2 is launching from Launch Pad 3B at Pacific Spaceport Complex, Alaska, USA.

What orbit is STP-27AD2 heading to?

STP-27AD2 is heading to Polar Orbit (PO).

Is the Astra Rocket 3 reusable?

No — the Astra Rocket 3 is an expendable launch vehicle.

How many times has the Astra Rocket 3 flown?

The Astra Rocket 3 has launched 7 times to date, with 2 successful flights.

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STP-27AD2

Test Flight

Success

Astra Space(AS)Commercial

Astra Rocket 3POorbit

Launch time

Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 6:16 AM

Success

At a glance

Status: Launch Successful
Provider: Astra Space
Type: Commercial
Vehicle: Astra Rocket 3
Orbit: PO
Pad: Launch Pad 3B
Location: Pacific Spaceport Complex, Alaska, USA
Designator: 2021-108

Social Flight Log

Nov 20, 2021, 6:26 AM
Orbital insertion confirmed
Nov 20, 2021, 6:16 AM
Liftoff
Nov 20, 2021, 3:28 AM
Updated T-0 to 05:30
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Nov 19, 2021, 7:30 AM
Confirmed next attempt tomorrow.
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Nov 13, 2021, 4:57 PM
November 14-15 TFR withdrawn. Next opportunity per current TFRs is November 19-20.
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Nov 11, 2021, 6:20 PM
Delayed by a day from TFRs
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Nov 11, 2021, 7:39 AM
New launch date per FAA TFRs.
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Nov 9, 2021, 2:33 AM
NET Nov 11th
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Nov 9, 2021, 2:31 AM
New NET launch date.
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Nov 8, 2021, 4:54 PM
TFR withdrawn for the November 8 to 13 window. Reverting to TBD November until a new launch date is available.
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Nov 5, 2021, 6:28 AM
Adding launch date and window
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Oct 26, 2021, 10:22 PM
Delayed to NET November 5
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Oct 22, 2021, 4:28 PM
Adding launch window
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Oct 12, 2021, 2:10 PM
Adding launch NET October 27
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Overview

Space Force test payload contracted through the Defense Innovation Unit’s Other Transaction Agreement with Astra Space.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#6,153

AS Mission

Pad Launch

Location Launch

Designator

2021-108

Launch Window

NET

Nov 20, 2021, 6:16 AM

Schedule Changes

1 update

Lift Off

5:00 AM

Window Open

8:30 AM

Window Close

Launch Pad 3B

Total Launches

Orbital Attempts

Fastest Turnaround

2mo 23d

Wikipedia Map

Pacific Spaceport Complex, Alaska, USA

The Pacific Spaceport Complex – Alaska (PSCA), formerly known as the Kodiak Launch Complex (KLC), is a dual-use commercial and military spaceport for sub-orbital and orbital launch vehicles. The facility is owned and operated by the Alaska Aerospace Corporation, a corporation owned by the Government of Alaska, and is located on Kodiak Island in Alaska.

Timezone

America/Anchorage

Local Launch Time

Nov 19, 2021, 9:16 PM

Total Launches

Total Landings

Coordinates

57.4353, -152.3400

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