ISRO CARE (Demo Flight) LVM-3
Rocket Launch Video Stream
About the CARE (Demo Flight) Mission
| Type | Test Flight |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Suborbital |
| Launch Cost | $46,000,000 |
The CARE is a mock-up of the planned Indian crewed space capsule. Its mission is to study re-entry and thermal behaviour. CARE does not have the pressure-vessel of the final capsule, but is only a structural mock-up. It will re-enter and land in the bay of Bengal to be retrieved.
For the suborbital flight, it is mounted upside-down inside the payload fairing.
This launch uses a non-functional 2nd stage. CARE separates from the launch vehicle after 1st stage shutdown.
Launch Pad & Location
Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India
| Launches | 33 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 32 |
| Total Launches | 105 |
Satish Dhawan Space Centre – SDSC (formerly Sriharikota Range – SHAR) is the primary spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
ISRO Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (GSLV Mk III) Rocket
The Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3), previously called Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III), is a three-stage medium-lift launch vehicle developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is designed to launch satellites into geostationary orbit, and is intended as a launch vehicle for crewed missions under the Indian Human Spaceflight Programme.
| Length | 43.4 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 4.0 m |
| Stages | 3 |
| Launch Mass | 629.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 11,898.0 kN |
| Apogee | 40,000.0 km |
| LEO Capacity | 10,000 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 5,000 kg |
| Launch Cost | $46,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 12/18/2014 |
Learn more about the ISRO Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (GSLV Mk III) Rocket
About ISRO
The 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."
| Total Launches | 100 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 85 |
| Failed | 15 |
| Pending | 21 |
| Consecutive Success | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) CARE (Demo Flight) launch scheduled?
The ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) CARE (Demo Flight) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) CARE (Demo Flight) launch video?
You can watch the ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) 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 ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) CARE (Demo Flight) mission launch from?
The ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) rocket launched from Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India. Satish Dhawan Space Centre – SDSC (formerly Sriharikota Range – SHAR) is the primary spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
What rocket was used for the CARE (Demo Flight) mission?
The CARE (Demo Flight) mission launched aboard a ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) rocket. The Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3), previously called Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III), is a three-stage medium-lift launch vehicle developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is designed to launch satellites into geostationary orbit, and is intended as a launch vehicle for crewed missions under the Indian Human Spaceflight Programme. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) CARE (Demo Flight) launch?
The ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) CARE (Demo 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 ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) CARE (Demo Flight) launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ISRO LVM-3 (GSLV Mk III) launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the CARE (Demo 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 ISRO live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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