CAS500-1 & rideshare
Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M
GK Launch Services
Rocket Launch Videos
Mission
CAS500-1 & rideshare
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $80,000,000
CAS500-1 is the first of two South Korean Earth observation satellites. These spacecraft feature the AEISS-C imaging system with a ground resolution of 0.5 m in panchromatic mode and 2 m in color mode.
More than a dozen other satellites are included as secondary payloads, among them being the first spacecraft by the Catalan Space Agency.
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
GK Launch Services
GK Launch Services is a company established by Glavkosmos (a subsidiary of Roscosmos State Space Corporation) and International Space Company Kosmotras. GK Launch Services is an operator of Soyuz-2 commercial launches from the Russian spaceports.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the GK Launch Services Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch carrying CAS500-1 & rideshare scheduled?
The GK Launch Services Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch carrying the CAS500-1 & rideshare mission was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the GK Launch Services Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M CAS500-1 & rideshare launch video?
You can watch the GK Launch Services 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 GK Launch Services Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M CAS500-1 & rideshare mission launch from?
The GK Launch Services 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 CAS500-1 & rideshare mission?
The CAS500-1 & rideshare mission launched aboard a GK Launch Services 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 GK Launch Services Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M CAS500-1 & rideshare launch?
The GK Launch Services Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch carrying the CAS500-1 & rideshare mission 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 GK Launch Services Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M CAS500-1 & rideshare launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest GK Launch Services Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the CAS500-1 & rideshare 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 GK Launch Services live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
