Arianespace OneWeb 13 Soyuz STB/Fregat
Rocket Launch Video Streams
About the OneWeb 13 Mission
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Polar Orbit
A batch of 34 satellites for the OneWeb satellite constellation, which is intended to provide global Internet broadband service for individual consumers. The constellation is planned to have around 648 microsatellites (of which 60 are spares), around 150 kg each, operating in Ku-band from low Earth orbit.
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 STB Fregat Rocket
The 2.1b version adds an upgraded engine (RD-0124) with improved performance to the second stage. First launch took place from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43 on 26 July 2008 with a classified military payload.
The 2.1b/ST version is sometimes called Soyuz ST-B.
Learn more about the Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz STB 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 STB OneWeb 13 launch scheduled?
The Arianespace Soyuz STB OneWeb 13 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Arianespace Soyuz STB OneWeb 13 launch video?
You can watch the Arianespace Soyuz STB 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 STB OneWeb 13 mission launch from?
The Arianespace Soyuz STB 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 OneWeb 13 mission?
The OneWeb 13 mission launched aboard a Arianespace Soyuz STB rocket. The 2.1b version adds an upgraded engine (RD-0124) with improved performance to the second stage. First launch took place from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43 on 26 July 2008 with a classified military payload. <br> <br>The 2.1b/ST version is sometimes called Soyuz ST-B. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Arianespace Soyuz STB OneWeb 13 launch?
The Arianespace Soyuz STB OneWeb 13 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 STB OneWeb 13 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Arianespace Soyuz STB launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the OneWeb 13 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.