Sentinel-1D
Ariane 62
Arianespace
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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 : 14 | SRB Separation The solid rocket boosters are separated from the launcher. |
| T+ 00 : 03 : 28 | Fairing Separation Separation of the payload fairing |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 37 | MECO Cut-off of the main engine |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 43 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 51 | SES-1 First start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 19 : 45 | SECO-1 First cut-off of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 33 : 51 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
| T+ 02 : 01 : 32 | SES-2 Second start of the second engine |
| T+ 02 : 02 : 19 | SECO-2 Second cut-off of the second engine |
Mission
Sentinel-1D
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $85,000,000
Sentinel-1D carries an advanced radar technology to provide an all-weather, day-and-night supply of imagery of Earth’s surface as part of the Sentinel-1 constellation.
Location
Ariane Launch Area 4
Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
Ariane Launch Area 4 has witnessed the launch of 6 rockets, including 6 orbital launch attempts. While Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana, has been the site for 331 rocket launches.
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
ArianeGroup Ariane 62
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.
Agency
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Ariane 62 launch scheduled?
The Arianespace Ariane 62 launch carrying the Sentinel-1D mission was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Ariane 62 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 Ariane 62 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 Sentinel-1D mission?
The Sentinel-1D 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 this launch?
The Ariane 62 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 launch is delayed?
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