Arianespace CSO-3 Ariane 62
Rocket Launch Video Streams
About the CSO-3 Mission
| Type | Government/Top Secret |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Sun-Synchronous Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $85,000,000 |
The CSO-3 (Composante Spatiale Optique-3 satellite is the third of three new-generation high-resolution optical imaging satellites for the French military, replacing the Helios 2 spy satellite series.
Launch Pad & Location
Ariane Launch Area 4
Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
| Launches | 9 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 9 |
| Total Launches | 336 |
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.
Rocket Launch Timeline
Track every phase of the rocket launch with our detailed mission timeline. From T-minus countdown events and pre-launch preparations through liftoff, stage separation, and orbital insertion, follow each critical milestone in real-time. Our comprehensive launch sequence timeline includes payload integration, propellant loading, engine ignition, and post-launch telemetry tracking.
| Time | Event |
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| T- 00 : 00 : 07 | Ignition Start of the engine ignition sequence |
| T+ 00 : 00 : 00 | Liftoff First upwards movement of the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 18 | SRB Separation The solid rocket boosters are separated from the launcher. |
| T+ 00 : 04 : 30 | Fairing Separation Separation of the payload fairing |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 46 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 54 | SES-1 First start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 56 : 21 | SES-2 Second start of the second engine |
| T+ 01 : 06 : 00 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
| T+ 02 : 00 : 00 | SES-3 Third start of the second engine |
ArianeGroup Ariane 62 Rocket
The Ariane 6 family is currently under development by the European Space Agency, with two variations including the Ariane 62 with two solid boosters intended for government and scientific missions.
| Length | 63.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 5.4 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 530.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 10,370.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 10,900 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 5,100 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 6,450 kg |
| Launch Cost | $85,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 7/9/2024 |
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 | 328 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 313 |
| Failed | 15 |
| Pending | 51 |
| Consecutive Success | 16 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Arianespace Ariane 62 CSO-3 launch scheduled?
The Arianespace Ariane 62 CSO-3 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Arianespace Ariane 62 CSO-3 launch video?
You can watch the Arianespace Ariane 62 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Arianespace Ariane 62 CSO-3 mission launch from?
The Arianespace Ariane 62 rocket launched from Ariane Launch Area 4 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 CSO-3 mission?
The CSO-3 mission launched aboard a Arianespace Ariane 62 rocket. The Ariane 6 family is currently under development by the European Space Agency, with two variations including the Ariane 62 with two solid boosters intended for government and scientific missions. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Arianespace Ariane 62 CSO-3 launch?
The Arianespace Ariane 62 CSO-3 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 62 CSO-3 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Arianespace Ariane 62 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the CSO-3 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.
Last Updated
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Launch successful.
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Payload deployed!
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Liftoff!
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Official Webcast by arianespace has started
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Rescheduled for March 6.
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Next possible attempt on March 5, TBC
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Launch attempt scrubbed. New launch date tba.
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Official Webcast by arianespace has started
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Adding seconds to T-0
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Now targeting March 3 at 16:24 UTC
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Delayed, new launch date TBA.
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Updating launch time and setting GO
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NET February 25.
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