Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 Proton-M/Briz-M
Rocket Launch Video Streams
About the Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 Mission
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit
The Ekspress-AMU 3 and Ekspress-AMU 7 are two communications satellite for russian domestic communication services. While the spacecraft themselves are built by russian RSCC (Kosmicheskiya Svyaz), the communication payloads are built by Thales Alenia Space.
Both satellites are based on the Ekspress-1000 bus and feature 16 Ku-, 1 L- and 20 C-band transponders. They will be located at 96.5° and 145° East respectively.
Launch Pad & Location
200/39 (200L)
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
The 200/39 (200L) launch pad has hosted 167 rocket launches, including 167 orbital launch attempts. The Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan launch site has been the location for 1563 total 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.
Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M Rocket
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About 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 launch scheduled?
The Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 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 Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 mission launch from?
The Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center 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 Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 mission?
The Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 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 the Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 launch?
The Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 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 Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center Proton-M Briz-M launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Ekspress-AMU3 & AMU7 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 Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.