Kanopus-V-IK
Soyuz-2.1a/Fregat
Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
Rocket Launch Videos
Mission
Kanopus-V-IK
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $80,000,000
Kanopus-V-IK is a small Russian remote sensing satellite for monitoring wildfires. Weighing about 473 kg, it is intended for 5 years of operation in a 510 km sun-synchronous orbit.
Numerous payloads experienced technical problems after an upper stage anomaly.
Location
31/6
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
31/6 has witnessed the launch of 426 rockets, including 426 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
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1a Fregat-M
The 2.1a version includes conversion from analog to digital flight control system and uprated engines on the booster and the first stage with improved injection systems. The new digital flight control and telemetry systems allow the rocket to launch from a fixed rather than angled launch platform and adjust its heading in flight. A digital control system also enables the launch of larger commercial satellites with wider and longer payload fairings such as the ST-type fairing. These fairings introduce too much aerodynamic instability for the old analog system to handle.
Agency
Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
The Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities, commonly known as Roscosmos, is the governmental body responsible for the space science program of the Russian Federation and general aerospace research. Soyuz has many launch locations the Russian sites are Baikonur, Plesetsk and Vostochny however Ariane also purchases the vehicle and launches it from French Guiana.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M Kanopus-V-IK launch scheduled?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M Kanopus-V-IK launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M Kanopus-V-IK launch video?
You can watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-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 Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M Kanopus-V-IK mission launch from?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M rocket launched from 31/6 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 Kanopus-V-IK mission?
The Kanopus-V-IK mission launched aboard a Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M rocket. The 2.1a version includes conversion from analog to digital flight control system and uprated engines on the booster and the first stage with improved injection systems. The new digital flight control and telemetry systems allow the rocket to launch from a fixed rather than angled launch platform and adjust its heading in flight. A digital control system also enables the launch of larger commercial satellites with wider and longer payload fairings such as the ST-type fairing. These fairings introduce too much aerodynamic instability for the old analog system to handle. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M Kanopus-V-IK launch?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M Kanopus-V-IK 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 Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M Kanopus-V-IK launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Kanopus-V-IK 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 Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
