Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 Soyuz-2.1a/Volga
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About the Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $80,000,000
MVL-300 is named after Mikhail Vasilyevich Lomonosov to honour the 300th year since his birth. The Russian mission will study transient phenomena in the Earth’s upper atmosphere, as well as observing cosmic rays and gamma ray bursts. With a short lifespan of 5 years, the 450kg craft will operate in a 550km Sun-Synchronous orbit.This will mark the first Soyuz mission to launch from the Vostochny Cosmodrome, Russia
Launch Pad & Location
Cosmodrome Site 1S
Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation
The Cosmodrome Site 1S launch pad has hosted 20 rocket launches, including 20 orbital launch attempts. The Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation launch site has been the location for 21 total rocket launches.
The Vostochny Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport above the 51st parallel north in the Amur Oblast, in the Russian Far East. It is intended to reduce Russia's dependency on the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The first launch took place on 28 April 2016 at 02:01 UTC.
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1a Volga Rocket
In addition to the switch to digital flight control systems as part of the Soyuz 2.1A, this version utilizes the Volga upper stage.
Learn more about the Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1a Volga Rocket
About 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/Volga Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 launch scheduled?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Volga Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Volga Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 launch video?
You can watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Volga 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/Volga Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 mission launch from?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Volga rocket launched from Cosmodrome Site 1S at Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation. The Vostochny Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport above the 51st parallel north in the Amur Oblast, in the Russian Far East. It is intended to reduce Russia's dependency on the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The first launch took place on 28 April 2016 at 02:01 UTC.
What rocket was used for the Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 mission?
The Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 mission launched aboard a Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Volga rocket. In addition to the switch to digital flight control systems as part of the Soyuz 2.1A, this version utilizes the Volga upper stage. 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/Volga Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 launch?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Volga Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 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/Volga Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Volga launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Mikhailo Lomonosov, Aist-2D & SamSat 218 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.