INSAT-3DRGSLV Mk IIIndian Space Research Organization Launch Status Success Thu ยท Sep 8th, 2016 7:20 AM EDT Watch Online https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRX6Hk_eAK0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSuEANsSSbI https://streamable.com/egpz MissionINSAT-3DRType: Earth ScienceINSAT-3DR is an advanced weather satellite designed for enhanced meteorological observations and will replace INSAT-3D. This involves monitoring land and ocean surfaces, as well as the atmosphere, to provide weather forecasting and disaster warnings. The satellite weighs 2061kg and will operate in a geo-synchronous orbit for its 7 year lifespan. LocationSatish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch PadSriharikota, Republic of India54 rockets have launched from Sriharikota, Republic of India. RocketGSLV Mk IILength: 49 meters Diameter: 2.8 meters First Launch: April 15, 2010Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth generation launch vehicle is a three stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II. From January 2014, the vehicle has achieved four consecutive successes.The GSLV Mk II rocket has been launched a total of 7 times with 6 successful and 1 failed launches. AgencyIndian Space Research OrganizationType: Government Abbreviation: ISRO Administration: Director: Kailasavadivoo Sivan Founded: 1969 Launchers: PSLV | GSLVCountry: INDThe Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of the Government of India headquartered in the city of Bangalore. Its vision is to “harness space technology for national development while pursuing space science research and planetary exploration.” View Rocket Launch Schedule