Zeya
Start-1.2
Strategic Rocket Forces
Mission
Zeya
- Type: Navigation
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
The Mozhayets 2 (Zeya, RS 16) satellite was a Russian Military experimental communications satellite launched on 4 March 1997. Zeya was named after the Zeya River, which is very close to its launch site, Cosmodrome Svobodniy. A Start-1.2 rocket transported it into orbit. This was the first satellite launched from this new Russian launch site in far eastern Russia.
Location
5
Svobodny Cosmodrome, Russian Federation
5 has witnessed the launch of 5 rockets, including 5 orbital launch attempts. While Svobodny Cosmodrome, Russian Federation, has been the site for 5 rocket launches.
Svobodny was a Russian rocket launch site located approximately 15 km north of Svobodny, Amur Oblast. The cosmodrome was originally constructed as a launch site for intercontinental ballistic missiles called Svobodny-18. It was initially selected as a replacement for Baikonur Cosmodrome in the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic, which became independent as Kazakhstan after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. However the development of Svobodny was subsequently ended in 2007 in favour of a totally new space port, the Vostochny Cosmodrome.
Rocket
Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology Start-1.2
Start-1 is a Russian satellite launch vehicle based on the RT-2PM Topol, a Soviet intercontinental ballistic missile developed by Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology.
Agency
Strategic Rocket Forces
The Strategic Rocket Forces of the Russian Federation are a separate-troops branch of the Russian Armed Forces that control Russia's land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs).
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 Zeya launch scheduled?
The Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 Zeya launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 Zeya mission launch from?
The Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 rocket launched from 5 at Svobodny Cosmodrome, Russian Federation. Svobodny was a Russian rocket launch site located approximately 15 km north of Svobodny, Amur Oblast. The cosmodrome was originally constructed as a launch site for intercontinental ballistic missiles called Svobodny-18. It was initially selected as a replacement for Baikonur Cosmodrome in the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic, which became independent as Kazakhstan after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. However the development of Svobodny was subsequently ended in 2007 in favour of a totally new space port, the Vostochny Cosmodrome.
What rocket was used for the Zeya mission?
The Zeya mission launched aboard a Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 rocket. Start-1 is a Russian satellite launch vehicle based on the RT-2PM Topol, a Soviet intercontinental ballistic missile developed by Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 Zeya launch?
The Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 Zeya 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 Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 Zeya launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1.2 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Zeya 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 Strategic Rocket Forces live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
