Omid
Safir
Iranian Space Agency
Mission
Omid
- Type: Test Flight
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
First Iranian built and launched satellite to reach orbit.
Location
Safir Launch Pad
Semnan Space Center, Islamic Republic of Iran
Safir Launch Pad has witnessed the launch of 8 rockets, including 8 orbital launch attempts. While Semnan Space Center, Islamic Republic of Iran, has been the site for 15 rocket launches.
Semnan Space Center is the primary Iranian spaceport, located 50 km southeast of the city of Semnan in the north of the country.
Agency
Iranian Space Agency
The Iranian Space Agency is Iran's governmental space agency. Iran became an orbital-launch-capable nation in 2009. Iran is one of the 24 founding members of the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space, which was set up in 1958.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Iranian Space Agency Safir Omid launch scheduled?
The Iranian Space Agency Safir Omid launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Iranian Space Agency Safir Omid mission launch from?
The Iranian Space Agency Safir rocket launched from Safir Launch Pad at Semnan Space Center, Islamic Republic of Iran. Semnan Space Center is the primary Iranian spaceport, located 50 km southeast of the city of Semnan in the north of the country.
What rocket was used for the Omid mission?
The Omid mission launched aboard a Iranian Space Agency Safir rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Iranian Space Agency Safir Omid launch?
The Iranian Space Agency Safir Omid 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 Iranian Space Agency Safir Omid launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Iranian Space Agency Safir launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Omid 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 Iranian Space Agency live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.