Arianespace Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA Soyuz STA/Fregat
Rocket Launch Video Stream
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Track every phase of the rocket launch with our detailed mission timeline. From T-minus countdown events and pre-launch preparations through liftoff, stage separation, and orbital insertion, follow each critical milestone in real-time. Our comprehensive launch sequence timeline includes payload integration, propellant loading, engine ignition, and post-launch telemetry tracking.
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| T- 04 : 20 : 00 | GO for Prop Load Launch director verifies go for propellant load |
| T- 04 : 00 : 00 | Prop Load Start of propelland loading |
| T- 01 : 45 : 00 | Prop Load Complete End of propellant loading |
| T- 01 : 00 : 00 | Mobile Gantry Rollback Rollback of the mobile gantry from the launch pad |
| T- 00 : 06 : 10 | Startup The onboard computer takes control over the countdown and runs last checks |
| T- 00 : 05 : 00 | Fregat Internal Power Fregat transitions to internal power |
| T- 00 : 02 : 25 | Umbilicals Separation Separation of umbilical connections |
| T- 00 : 00 : 40 | Internal Power Launch vehicle switches to internal power sources |
| T- 00 : 00 : 20 | Strongback Retract Retraction of the strongback arm ahead of liftoff |
| T- 00 : 00 : 17 | Ignition Start of the engine ignition sequence |
| T- 00 : 00 : 15 | Preliminary Thrust Preliminary thrust level achieved by the launch vehicle |
| T- 00 : 00 : 03 | Full Thrust Full thrust level achieved by the launch vehicle |
| T+ 00 : 00 : 00 | Liftoff First upwards movement of the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 01 : 58 | Boosters Separation Separation of the side boosters |
| T+ 00 : 03 : 29 | Fairing Separation Separation of the payload fairing |
| T+ 00 : 04 : 47 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 08 : 47 | Kick Stage Separation Separation of the kick stage from the previous stage |
| T+ 00 : 09 : 47 | Kick Stage Ignition Start of the kick stage engine |
| T+ 00 : 13 : 27 | Kick Stage Cut-off Cut-off of the kick stage engine |
| T+ 00 : 41 : 56 | Kick Stage Ignition Start of the kick stage engine |
| T+ 00 : 46 : 05 | Kick Stage Cut-off Cut-off of the kick stage engine |
| T+ 00 : 55 : 00 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 59 : 05 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
| T+ 02 : 03 : 25 | Kick Stage Ignition Start of the kick stage engine |
| T+ 02 : 03 : 37 | Kick Stage Cut-off Cut-off of the kick stage engine |
| T+ 03 : 08 : 37 | Kick Stage Ignition Start of the kick stage engine |
| T+ 03 : 08 : 47 | Kick Stage Cut-off Cut-off of the kick stage engine |
| T+ 03 : 12 : 07 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
| T+ 03 : 26 : 00 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
About the Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA Mission
- Type: Government/Top Secret
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
Pléiades-HR 1A is the first of two high resolution Earth observation satellites designed by the French space agency (CNES) and manufactured by Astrium Satellites. The ELISA mission consists of four satellites manufactured by Astrium Satellites and Thales Systèmes Aéoroportés for the French space agency (CNES) and the French Directorate General of Armament (DGA). SSOT is an Earth observation satellite manufactured by Astrium Satellites for the Chilian armed forces.
Launch Pad & Location
Soyuz Launch Complex
Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
The Soyuz Launch Complex launch pad has hosted 26 rocket launches, including 26 orbital launch attempts. The Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana launch site has been the location for 333 total rocket launches.
The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz STA Fregat 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. This stage continues to use the RD-0110 engine.
The 2.1a/ST version is sometimes called Soyuz ST-A.
Learn more about the Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz STA Fregat Rocket
About Arianespace
Arianespace SA is a multinational company founded in 1980 as the world's first commercial launch service provider. It undertakes the production, operation, and marketing of the Ariane programme. Their vehicles launch exclusively from French Guiana in South America.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Arianespace Soyuz STA Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA launch scheduled?
The Arianespace Soyuz STA Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Arianespace Soyuz STA Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA launch video?
You can watch the Arianespace Soyuz STA 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 Arianespace Soyuz STA Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA mission launch from?
The Arianespace Soyuz STA rocket launched from Soyuz Launch Complex at Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana. The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
What rocket was used for the Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA mission?
The Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA mission launched aboard a Arianespace Soyuz STA 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. This stage continues to use the RD-0110 engine. <br> <br>The 2.1a/ST version is sometimes called Soyuz ST-A. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Arianespace Soyuz STA Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA launch?
The Arianespace Soyuz STA Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA 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 Arianespace Soyuz STA Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Arianespace Soyuz STA launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Pléiades-HR 1A, FASat-Charlie (SSOT), 4 x ELISA 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 Arianespace live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.