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Ofeq-3

Shavit-2

Israeli Space Agency

Launch Status
Success

Mission

Ofeq-3

  • Type: Government/Top Secret
  • Orbit: Low Earth Orbit

The Ofeq 3 series was the first generation of Israeli spy satellites.

Location

Shavit Launch Pad

Palmachim Airbase, State of Israel

Shavit Launch Pad has witnessed the launch of 13 rockets, including 13 orbital launch attempts. While Palmachim Airbase, State of Israel, has been the site for 13 rocket launches.

Palmachim Airbase is an Israeli Air Force (IAF) base and spaceport, which the IAF and the Israel Space Agency (ISA) operate jointly. It is located west of the city of Yavne on the Mediterranean coast, 12 km south of the Gush Dan metropolitan area with Tel Aviv, named after the Kibbutz Palmachim north of it.

Rocket

Israel Aerospace Industries Shavit-2

N/A

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Agency

Israeli Space Agency

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was the Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 Ofeq-3 launch scheduled?

The Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 Ofeq-3 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 Ofeq-3 mission launch from?

The Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 rocket launched from Shavit Launch Pad at Palmachim Airbase, State of Israel. Palmachim Airbase is an Israeli Air Force (IAF) base and spaceport, which the IAF and the Israel Space Agency (ISA) operate jointly. It is located west of the city of Yavne on the Mediterranean coast, 12 km south of the Gush Dan metropolitan area with Tel Aviv, named after the Kibbutz Palmachim north of it.

What rocket was used for the Ofeq-3 mission?

The Ofeq-3 mission launched aboard a Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 rocket. N/A Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.

What weather conditions could have delayed the Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 Ofeq-3 launch?

The Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 Ofeq-3 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 Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 Ofeq-3 launch was delayed?

This page was updated in real-time with the latest Israeli Space Agency Shavit-2 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Ofeq-3 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 Israeli Space Agency live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.

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