ROSCOSMOS US-PM 12 Tsiklon-2
About the US-PM 12 Mission
| Type | Government/Top Secret |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $12,000,000 |
Russian naval survelliance satellite.
Launch Pad & Location
90/20
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
| Launches | 23 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 23 |
| Total Launches | 1565 |
The Baikonur Cosmodrome is a spaceport operated by Russia within Kazakhstan. Located in the Kazakh city of Baikonur, it is the largest operational space launch facility in terms of area. All Russian crewed spaceflights are launched from Baikonur.
Yuzhnoye Design Bureau Tsiklon-2 Rocket
The Tsyklon-2 (cyclone-2), also known as Tsiklon-2 and Tsyklon-M, GRAU index 11K69, was a Ukrainian, previously Soviet orbital carrier rocket used from the 1960s to the late 2000s.
| Length | 39.7 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.0 m |
| Stages | 3 |
| Launch Mass | 182.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 2,366.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 2,820 kg |
| Launch Cost | $12,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 8/6/1969 |
Learn more about the Yuzhnoye Design Bureau Tsiklon-2 Rocket
About ROSCOSMOS
The Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities, commonly known as Roscosmos, is the governmental body responsible for the space science program of the Russian Federation and general aerospace research. Soyuz has many launch locations the Russian sites are Baikonur, Plesetsk and Vostochny however Ariane also purchases the vehicle and launches it from French Guiana.
| Total Launches | 344 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 333 |
| Failed | 11 |
| Pending | 4 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 US-PM 12 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 US-PM 12 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 US-PM 12 mission launch from?
The ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 rocket launched from 90/20 at Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan. The Baikonur Cosmodrome is a spaceport operated by Russia within Kazakhstan. Located in the Kazakh city of Baikonur, it is the largest operational space launch facility in terms of area. All Russian crewed spaceflights are launched from Baikonur.
What rocket was used for the US-PM 12 mission?
The US-PM 12 mission launched aboard a ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 rocket. The Tsyklon-2 (cyclone-2), also known as Tsiklon-2 and Tsyklon-M, GRAU index 11K69, was a Ukrainian, previously Soviet orbital carrier rocket used from the 1960s to the late 2000s. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 US-PM 12 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 US-PM 12 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 ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 US-PM 12 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ROSCOSMOS Tsiklon-2 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the US-PM 12 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 ROSCOSMOS live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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