Strategic Rocket Forces EROS A1 Start-1
About the EROS A1 Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Polar Orbit
- Launch Cost: $9,000,000
EROS A (Earth Resources Observation Systems A) is the first in a constellation of sun-synchronous, polar-orbiting satellites that ImageSat plans to deploy during this decade.
Launch Pad & Location
5
Svobodny Cosmodrome, Russian Federation
The 5 launch pad has hosted 5 rocket launches, including 5 orbital launch attempts. The Svobodny Cosmodrome, Russian Federation launch site has been the location for 5 total 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.
Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology 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.
Learn more about the Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology Start-1 Rocket
About 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 EROS A1 launch scheduled?
The Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 EROS A1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 EROS A1 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 EROS A1 mission?
The EROS A1 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 EROS A1 launch?
The Strategic Rocket Forces Start-1 EROS A1 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 EROS A1 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 EROS A1 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.