EarlyBird
Start-1
Strategic Rocket Forces
Mission
EarlyBird
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
- Launch Cost: $9,000,000
EarlyBird 1, a remote sensing satellite built by CTA Space Systems (now part of Orbital Sciences Corporation (OSC)) for EarthWatch, Inc., was to provide high resolution commercial imagery. EarthWatch planed to offer black-and-white images with a resolution as high as 3 meters per pixel, and color images with a resolution of 15 meters per pixel. The imaging sensor was derived from NASA's cancelled Clark satellite.
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
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 EarlyBird launch scheduled?
The Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 EarlyBird launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 EarlyBird mission launch from?
The Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 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 EarlyBird mission?
The EarlyBird mission launched aboard a Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 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 EarlyBird launch?
The Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 EarlyBird 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 EarlyBird launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the EarlyBird 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.
