Amazonas 5
Proton-M Briz-M
International Launch Services
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
Amazonas 5
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Amazonas 5 is a spanish geostationary communications satellite for Hispasat. It is a replacement for the Amazonas 4A satellite and provides coverage for Brazil and Latin America. Satellite carries 24 Ku-band transponders and 35 Ka-band spot beams, and has an operational lifetime of 15 years.
Location
200/39 (200L)
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
200/39 (200L) has witnessed the launch of 167 rockets, including 167 orbital launch attempts. While Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan, has been the site for 1560 rocket launches.
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.
Rocket
Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M
Agency
International Launch Services
International Launch Services, Inc. (ILS) is a joint venture with exclusive rights to the worldwide sale of commercial Angara and Proton rocket launch services. Proton launches take place at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan while Angara is planned to launch from the Plesetsk and Vostochny Cosmodromes in Russia.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M Amazonas 5 launch scheduled?
The International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M Amazonas 5 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M Amazonas 5 launch video?
You can watch the International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M 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 International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M Amazonas 5 mission launch from?
The International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M rocket launched from 200/39 (200L) 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 Amazonas 5 mission?
The Amazonas 5 mission launched aboard a International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M Amazonas 5 launch?
The International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M Amazonas 5 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 International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M Amazonas 5 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest International Launch Services Proton-M Briz-M launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Amazonas 5 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 International Launch Services live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
