ROSCOSMOS Obzor-R No.1 Soyuz 2.1a
Rocket Launch Video Stream
About the Obzor-R No.1 Mission
| Type | Earth Science |
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| Orbit | Sun-Synchronous Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $80,000,000 |
The Russian Obzor-R satellite is a planned X-band radar earth observation satellite designed by TsSKB-Progress.
In 2012, the development of the Arkon-2M radar satellite was stopped and instead the development of the Obzor-R was initiated.
The satellite features the BRLK X-band Synthetic Aperture Radar as the imaging instrument with a ground resolution of 500 m.
Launch Pad & Location
43/4 (43R)
Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation
| Launches | 329 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 329 |
| Total Launches | 1688 |
Plesetsk Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport located in Mirny, Arkhangelsk Oblast, about 800 km north of Moscow and approximately 200 km south of Arkhangelsk. Originally developed as an ICBM site for the R-7 missile, it also served for numerous satellite launches using the R-7 and other rockets. Its high latitude makes it useful only for certain types of launches, especially the Molniya orbits, so for much of the site's history it functioned as a secondary location, with most orbital launches taking place from Baikonur, in the Kazakh SSR. With the end of the Soviet Union, Baikonur became a foreign territory, and Kazakhstan charged $115 million usage fees annually. Consequently, Plesetsk has seen considerably more activity since the 2000s.
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1a Rocket
The Soyuz 2.1A converted the flight control system from analog to digital, which allowed launch from fixed platforms. It also allowed big fairings and payloads.
It is currently used for crewed Soyuz and Progress flights to the ISS.
| Length | 46.3 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.0 m |
| Stages | 2-3 |
| Launch Mass | 312.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 4,149.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 7,020 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 2,810 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 4,230 kg |
| Launch Cost | $80,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 11/4/2004 |
Learn more about the Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1a Rocket
About 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.
| Total Launches | 344 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 333 |
| Failed | 11 |
| Pending | 4 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a Obzor-R No.1 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a Obzor-R No.1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a Obzor-R No.1 launch video?
You can watch the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a 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 ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a Obzor-R No.1 mission launch from?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a rocket launched from 43/4 (43R) at Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation. Plesetsk Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport located in Mirny, Arkhangelsk Oblast, about 800 km north of Moscow and approximately 200 km south of Arkhangelsk. Originally developed as an ICBM site for the R-7 missile, it also served for numerous satellite launches using the R-7 and other rockets. Its high latitude makes it useful only for certain types of launches, especially the Molniya orbits, so for much of the site's history it functioned as a secondary location, with most orbital launches taking place from Baikonur, in the Kazakh SSR. With the end of the Soviet Union, Baikonur became a foreign territory, and Kazakhstan charged $115 million usage fees annually. Consequently, Plesetsk has seen considerably more activity since the 2000s.
What rocket was used for the Obzor-R No.1 mission?
The Obzor-R No.1 mission launched aboard a ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a rocket. The Soyuz 2.1A converted the flight control system from analog to digital, which allowed launch from fixed platforms. It also allowed big fairings and payloads. It is currently used for crewed Soyuz and Progress flights to the ISS. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a Obzor-R No.1 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a Obzor-R No.1 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 ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a Obzor-R No.1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1a launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Obzor-R No.1 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 ROSCOSMOS live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
Last Updated
Last Updated:
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Launch success.
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Liftoff.
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Tweaked T-0.
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Apparently scrubbed for the day due to launch site strong winds; next attempt tomorrow.
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NET December 24.
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Rescheduled for NET December 23 per NOTAMs.
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Reverted back to NET 2025 TBD with cancellation of NOTAMs and marine navigation warnings.
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NET December 11 per NOTAMs; Assignment of payloads to this launch is uncertain.
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NET summer-fall 2025.
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NET Q1 2025.
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NET Q4 2024.
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NET Q2 2024.
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NET Q1 2024.
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NET Late 2023.