KhSC Raduga 34 Proton-K/Briz-M
About the Raduga 34 Mission
| Type | Communications |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Geostationary Orbit |
Geostationary communications satellite for military and governmental puposes
Launch Pad & Location
81/24 (81P)
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
| Launches | 93 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 93 |
| Total Launches | 1565 |
The Baikonur Cosmodrome is a spaceport operated by Russia within Kazakhstan. Located in the Kazakh city of Baikonur, it is the largest operational space launch facility in terms of area. All Russian crewed spaceflights are launched from Baikonur.
KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M Rocket
The Proton-K was a Russian, previously Soviet, carrier rocket derived from the earlier Proton. It was built by Khrunichev, and launched from sites 81 and 200 at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.
| Length | 57.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 4.2 m |
| Stages | 4 |
| Launch Mass | 710.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 8,847.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 19,760 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 7/5/1999 |
About KhSC
Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center is a Moscow-based producer of spacecraft and space-launch systems, including the Proton and Rokot rockets and is currently developing the Angara rocket family. The Proton launch vehicle launches from Baikonur and Rokot launches from Baikonur and Plesetsk. Angara will launch from Plesetsk and Vostochny.
| Total Launches | 193 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 178 |
| Failed | 15 |
| Consecutive Success | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M Raduga 34 launch scheduled?
The KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M Raduga 34 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M Raduga 34 mission launch from?
The KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M rocket launched from 81/24 (81P) at Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan. The Baikonur Cosmodrome is a spaceport operated by Russia within Kazakhstan. Located in the Kazakh city of Baikonur, it is the largest operational space launch facility in terms of area. All Russian crewed spaceflights are launched from Baikonur.
What rocket was used for the Raduga 34 mission?
The Raduga 34 mission launched aboard a KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M rocket. The Proton-K was a Russian, previously Soviet, carrier rocket derived from the earlier Proton. It was built by Khrunichev, and launched from sites 81 and 200 at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M Raduga 34 launch?
The KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M Raduga 34 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 KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M Raduga 34 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest KhSC Proton-K/Briz-M launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Raduga 34 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 KhSC live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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