Delta IV M+(4,2) | NROL-27 (SDS) (USA-227)

A Delta IV M+(4,2) rocket launched Delta IV M+(4,2) | NROL-27 (SDS) (USA-227) from Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA, targeting the designated orbit.

Launch time
Status
SUCCESS
Operator
United Launch Alliance
Mission type
Orbital
Rocket
Delta IV M+(4,2)
Launch site
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
Launch pad
Space Launch Complex 37B
Payload
—
Target orbit
Unknown
Delta IV M+(4,2) | NROL-27 (SDS) (USA-227) cover image

Mission timeline

  1. 2011-03-11T23:38:00.000Z
    Liftoff
    Delta IV M+(4,2) lifts off from Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
  2. Max-Q
    Delta IV M+(4,2) passes through max aerodynamic pressure (Max Q).
  3. Main engine cutoff (MECO)
    Main engine cutoff — the first stage shuts down as planned.
  4. Stage separation
    Stage separation — the first stage separates cleanly.
  5. Second-stage ignition
    Second-stage engine ignites for the next phase of flight.
  6. Mission success
    Mission success — all objectives completed.

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