Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20
Rokot / Briz-KM
Russian Aerospace Defence Forces
Mission
Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
Gonets-M are an upgraded version of Gonets satellites, derived from military communications system Strela-3. Gonets-M constellation is tasked with monitoring ecological and industrial objects, providing communication and data transmission services, covering also the remote areas like the Far North region.
Location
133/3 (133L)
Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation
133/3 (133L) has witnessed the launch of 159 rockets, including 159 orbital launch attempts. While Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation, has been the site for 1681 rocket launches.
Plesetsk Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport located in Mirny, Arkhangelsk Oblast, about 800 km north of Moscow and approximately 200 km south of Arkhangelsk. Originally developed as an ICBM site for the R-7 missile, it also served for numerous satellite launches using the R-7 and other rockets. Its high latitude makes it useful only for certain types of launches, especially the Molniya orbits, so for much of the site's history it functioned as a secondary location, with most orbital launches taking place from Baikonur, in the Kazakh SSR. With the end of the Soviet Union, Baikonur became a foreign territory, and Kazakhstan charged $115 million usage fees annually. Consequently, Plesetsk has seen considerably more activity since the 2000s.
Agency
Russian Aerospace Defence Forces
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 launch scheduled?
The Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 mission launch from?
The Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM rocket launched from 133/3 (133L) at Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation. Plesetsk Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport located in Mirny, Arkhangelsk Oblast, about 800 km north of Moscow and approximately 200 km south of Arkhangelsk. Originally developed as an ICBM site for the R-7 missile, it also served for numerous satellite launches using the R-7 and other rockets. Its high latitude makes it useful only for certain types of launches, especially the Molniya orbits, so for much of the site's history it functioned as a secondary location, with most orbital launches taking place from Baikonur, in the Kazakh SSR. With the end of the Soviet Union, Baikonur became a foreign territory, and Kazakhstan charged $115 million usage fees annually. Consequently, Plesetsk has seen considerably more activity since the 2000s.
What rocket was used for the Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 mission?
The Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 mission launched aboard a Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 launch?
The Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 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 Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Russian Aerospace Defence Forces Rokot/Briz-KM launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Gonets-M18, Gonets-M19, Gonets-M20 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 Russian Aerospace Defence Forces live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
