Arianespace Giotto Ariane 1
About the Giotto Mission
| Type | Robotic Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Asteroid |
| Launch Cost | Array |
Probe designed to flyby Comet 1P/Halley and Comet 26P/Grigg-Skjellerup
Launch Pad & Location
Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV)
Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
| Launches | 55 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 55 |
| Total Launches | 333 |
The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
Aérospatiale Ariane 1 Rocket
Ariane 1 was the first rocket in the Ariane family of expendable launch systems. It was developed and operated by the European Space Agency (ESA), which had been formed in 1973, the same year that development of the launch had commenced.
| Length | 50.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.8 m |
| Stages | 4 |
| Launch Mass | 207.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 2,771.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 1,400 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 1,850 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 12/24/1979 |
About Arianespace
Arianespace SA is a multinational company founded in 1980 as the world's first commercial launch service provider. It undertakes the production, operation, and marketing of the Ariane programme. Their vehicles launch exclusively from French Guiana in South America.
| Total Launches | 326 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 311 |
| Failed | 15 |
| Pending | 29 |
| Consecutive Success | 14 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Arianespace Ariane 1 Giotto launch scheduled?
The Arianespace Ariane 1 Giotto launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Arianespace Ariane 1 Giotto mission launch from?
The Arianespace Ariane 1 rocket launched from Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV) at Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana. The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
What rocket was used for the Giotto mission?
The Giotto mission launched aboard a Arianespace Ariane 1 rocket. Ariane 1 was the first rocket in the Ariane family of expendable launch systems. It was developed and operated by the European Space Agency (ESA), which had been formed in 1973, the same year that development of the launch had commenced. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Arianespace Ariane 1 Giotto launch?
The Arianespace Ariane 1 Giotto 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 Arianespace Ariane 1 Giotto launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Arianespace Ariane 1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Giotto 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 Arianespace live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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