Ekspress AM6
Proton-M Briz-M
Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
Ekspress AM6
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Television and radio broadcasting, broadband Internet, multimedia services and mobile communications for the Russian Satellite Communications Co.
The payload was placed into a lower than planned orbit.
Location
81/24 (81P)
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
81/24 (81P) has witnessed the launch of 93 rockets, including 93 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
Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center
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.
Learn more about Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Proton-M Briz-M launch scheduled?
The Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M launch carrying the Ekspress AM6 mission was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Proton-M Briz-M launch video?
You can watch the Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center 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 Proton-M Briz-M launch from?
The Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M 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 Ekspress AM6 mission?
The Ekspress AM6 mission launched aboard a Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed this launch?
The Proton-M Briz-M 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 launch is delayed?
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