ALOS-3 (Maiden flight)
H3-22
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
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| T+ 00 : 00 : 00 | Liftoff First upwards movement of the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 01 : 56 | Booster Separation The side boosters are separated from the launcher. |
| T+ 00 : 03 : 34 | Fairing Separation Separation of the payload fairing |
| T+ 00 : 04 : 58 | MECO Cut-off of the main engine |
| T+ 00 : 05 : 05 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 05 : 17 | SES-1 First start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 16 : 36 | SECO-1 First cut-off of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 16 : 57 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
Mission
ALOS-3 (Maiden flight)
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $50,000,000
Maiden flight of the H3 launch vehicle, carrying the Advanced Land Observing Satellite-3 (ALOS-3).
ALOS-3, also known as Advanced Optical Satellite is a successor of the optical mission of the Advanced Land Observation Satellite “DAICHI” (ALOS). The new satellite will achieve improved ground resolution (0.8 m) while observing a wide -swath (70 km) by a larger sensor with higher performance compared to DAICH, and continuously observe not only Japan but also global land areas to construct a system that can swiftly and timely acquire, process and distribute image data. Based on the accumulated data captured in pre- and post-disaster times, the satellite aims to become one of the imperative devices for disaster prevention and preparation activities of countries and municipal governments.
Observation data acquired by the satellite is also expected to be useful in various fields such as contributing to the maintenance and updates of precise geospatial information in Japan as well as developing countries, and research and applications on coastal and land environmental monitoring by its observation capabilities.
2nd stage engine failed to ignite due to electrical circuit failure between vehicle controller and engine igniter at engine ignition.
Location
Yoshinobu Launch Complex LP-2
Tanegashima Space Center, Japan
Yoshinobu Launch Complex LP-2 has witnessed the launch of 16 rockets, including 16 orbital launch attempts. While Tanegashima Space Center, Japan, has been the site for 97 rocket launches.
The Tanegashima Space Center is the largest rocket-launch complex in Japan. It is located on the southeastern tip of Tanegashima, an island located south of Kyushu, an island and region and Japan. It was established in 1969 when the National Space Development Agency of Japan (NASDA) was formed, and is now run by JAXA. The activities that take place at TNSC include assembly, testing, launching, and tracking satellites, as well as rocket engine firing tests.
Rocket
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22
The H3 Launch Vehicle is a Japanese expendable launch system.
Each H3 booster configuration has a two-digit and a letter designation that indicates the features of that configuration. The first digit represents the number of LE-9 engines on the main stage, either "2" or "3". The second digit indicates the number of SRB-3 solid rocket boosters attached to the base of the rocket, and can be "0", "2" or "4". All layouts of solid boosters are symmetrical. The letter in the end shows the length of the payload fairing, either short "S" or long "L". For example, an H3-24L has two engines, four solid rocket boosters, and a long fairing, whereas an H3-30S has three engines, no solid rocket boosters, and a short fairing.
Agency
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. is a Japanese multinational engineering, electrical equipment and electronics company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. MHI is one of the core companies of the Mitsubishi Group.
MHI's products include aerospace components, air conditioners, aircraft, automotive components, forklift trucks, hydraulic equipment, machine tools, missiles, power generation equipment, printing machines, ships and space launch vehicles. Through its defense-related activities, it is the world's 23rd-largest defense contractor measured by 2011 defense revenues and the largest based in Japan.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) launch scheduled?
The Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) launch video?
You can watch the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 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 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) mission launch from?
The Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 rocket launched from Yoshinobu Launch Complex LP-2 at Tanegashima Space Center, Japan. The Tanegashima Space Center is the largest rocket-launch complex in Japan. It is located on the southeastern tip of Tanegashima, an island located south of Kyushu, an island and region and Japan. It was established in 1969 when the National Space Development Agency of Japan (NASDA) was formed, and is now run by JAXA. The activities that take place at TNSC include assembly, testing, launching, and tracking satellites, as well as rocket engine firing tests.
What rocket was used for the ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) mission?
The ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) mission launched aboard a Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 rocket. The H3 Launch Vehicle is a Japanese expendable launch system. <br>Each H3 booster configuration has a two-digit and a letter designation that indicates the features of that configuration. The first digit represents the number of LE-9 engines on the main stage, either "2" or "3". The second digit indicates the number of SRB-3 solid rocket boosters attached to the base of the rocket, and can be "0", "2" or "4". All layouts of solid boosters are symmetrical. The letter in the end shows the length of the payload fairing, either short "S" or long "L". For example, an H3-24L has two engines, four solid rocket boosters, and a long fairing, whereas an H3-30S has three engines, no solid rocket boosters, and a short fairing. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) launch?
The Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) 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 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Mitsubishi Heavy Industries H3-22 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the ALOS-3 (Maiden flight) 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 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.