Russian Space Forces Sich-1M Tsiklon-3
About the Sich-1M Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
- Launch Cost: $15,000,000
Ukranian-built remote sensing satellite. Third stage apogee kick burn was too short, raising the perigee of the orbit from 78 km to 280 km, rather than the 650 km planned..
Launch Pad & Location
32/2
Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation
The 32/2 launch pad has hosted 65 rocket launches, including 65 orbital launch attempts. The Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation launch site has been the location for 1685 total rocket launches.
Plesetsk Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport located in Mirny, Arkhangelsk Oblast, about 800 km north of Moscow and approximately 200 km south of Arkhangelsk. Originally developed as an ICBM site for the R-7 missile, it also served for numerous satellite launches using the R-7 and other rockets. Its high latitude makes it useful only for certain types of launches, especially the Molniya orbits, so for much of the site's history it functioned as a secondary location, with most orbital launches taking place from Baikonur, in the Kazakh SSR. With the end of the Soviet Union, Baikonur became a foreign territory, and Kazakhstan charged $115 million usage fees annually. Consequently, Plesetsk has seen considerably more activity since the 2000s.
Yuzhnoye Design Bureau Tsiklon-3 Rocket
The Tsyklon-3 was a Soviet, and subsequently Ukrainian orbital carrier rocket. A derivative of the R-36 ICBM, and a member of the Tsyklon family, it made its maiden flight on 24 June 1977, and was retired on 30 January 2009.
Learn more about the Yuzhnoye Design Bureau Tsiklon-3 Rocket
About Russian Space Forces
The Russian Space Forces are a branch of the Russian Aerospace Forces, that provides aerospace warning, air sovereignty, and protection for Russia. Having been reestablished following August 1, 2015 merger between the Russian Air Force and the Russian Aerospace Defence Forces after a 2011 dissolving of the branch. The Russian Space Forces were originally formed on August 10, 1992 and the creation of the Russian Armed Forces.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 Sich-1M launch scheduled?
The Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 Sich-1M launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 Sich-1M mission launch from?
The Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 rocket launched from 32/2 at Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation. Plesetsk Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport located in Mirny, Arkhangelsk Oblast, about 800 km north of Moscow and approximately 200 km south of Arkhangelsk. Originally developed as an ICBM site for the R-7 missile, it also served for numerous satellite launches using the R-7 and other rockets. Its high latitude makes it useful only for certain types of launches, especially the Molniya orbits, so for much of the site's history it functioned as a secondary location, with most orbital launches taking place from Baikonur, in the Kazakh SSR. With the end of the Soviet Union, Baikonur became a foreign territory, and Kazakhstan charged $115 million usage fees annually. Consequently, Plesetsk has seen considerably more activity since the 2000s.
What rocket was used for the Sich-1M mission?
The Sich-1M mission launched aboard a Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 rocket. The Tsyklon-3 was a Soviet, and subsequently Ukrainian orbital carrier rocket. A derivative of the R-36 ICBM, and a member of the Tsyklon family, it made its maiden flight on 24 June 1977, and was retired on 30 January 2009. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 Sich-1M launch?
The Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 Sich-1M 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 Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 Sich-1M launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Russian Space Forces Tsiklon-3 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Sich-1M 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 Russian Space Forces live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.