ROSCOSMOS Bion-M No. 2 Soyuz 2.1b
Rocket Launch Video Stream
About the Bion-M No. 2 Mission
| Type | Biology |
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| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $80,000,000 |
Bion-M is the next generation of Russian biological research satellites. While retaining the Vostok/Zenit-derived reentry module of the earlier Bion, the propulsion module has been replace by a Yantar type module, which provides maneuvering capabilities and longer mission support. The mission duration has been increased to up to 6 months by using solar cells for energy generation. The weight of scientific equipment has been increased by 100 kilograms.
Launch Pad & Location
31/6
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
| Launches | 430 |
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| Orbital Launch Attempts | 430 |
| Total Launches | 1565 |
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.
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1b Rocket
Soyuz-2 is the 21st-century version of the Russian Soyuz rocket. In its basic form, it is a three-stage carrier rocket for placing payloads into low Earth orbit. The 2.1b version adds an upgraded engine (RD-0124) with improved performance to the second stage.
| Length | 46.3 m |
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| Diameter | 3.0 m |
| Stages | 2-3 |
| Launch Mass | 312.0 T |
| LEO Capacity | 8,200 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 3,250 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 4,900 kg |
| Launch Cost | $80,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 7/26/2008 |
Learn more about the Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1b 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 |
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| Successful | 333 |
| Failed | 11 |
| Pending | 4 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b Bion-M No. 2 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b Bion-M No. 2 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b Bion-M No. 2 launch video?
You can watch the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b 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 2.1b Bion-M No. 2 mission launch from?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b 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 Bion-M No. 2 mission?
The Bion-M No. 2 mission launched aboard a ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b rocket. Soyuz-2 is the 21st-century version of the Russian Soyuz rocket. In its basic form, it is a three-stage carrier rocket for placing payloads into low Earth orbit. The 2.1b version adds an upgraded engine (RD-0124) with improved performance to the second stage. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b Bion-M No. 2 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b Bion-M No. 2 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 2.1b Bion-M No. 2 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Bion-M No. 2 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.
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