UPDATE: ULA’s Launch Readiness is GO! for Wednesday ViaSat-3 Flight 2 one of the most powerful commercial communication satellites – SatNews

ULA’s Launch Readiness Confirmed for ViaSat-3 Flight 2

The launch of the United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket carrying the ViaSat-3 Flight 2 (F2) mission is set for Wednesday, November 5. The liftoff will take place from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, at 10:24 p.m.

Mission Overview

ViaSat-3 Flight 2 is one of the most powerful and advanced commercial communications satellites, designed for ultra-high-capacity broadband service. It is among the heaviest single-satellite payloads ULA has launched.

Launch Vehicle Details

Launch Readiness Review

The Launch Readiness Review (LRR), led by ULA Launch Director James Whelan, was completed successfully at the Advanced Spaceflight Operations Center (ASOC). The review confirmed that preparations are on track for the scheduled liftoff.

"The Launch Readiness Review (LRR) is GO for Wednesday’s liftoff of the United Launch Alliance commercial Atlas V rocket with one of the most sophisticated and powerful commercial communications satellites — the ViaSat-3 Flight 2 ultra-high-capacity broadband spacecraft."

Weather Conditions

The forecast predicts a 95% chance of favorable weather conditions, supporting the planned on-time launch.

Summary: ULA is fully prepared for the Atlas V launch of ViaSat-3 Flight 2, with favorable weather and successful readiness checks ensuring a precise and powerful satellite deployment.

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SatNews Publishers SatNews Publishers — 2025-11-04

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