PerúSAT-1 / SkySat 4-7
Vega
Arianespace
Rocket Launch Videos
Mission
PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $37,000,000
Launch VV07 from Arianespace launched 5 earth imaging satellites into a sun-synchronous orbit. PerúSAT-1 weighs 450kg and is able to capture images with a resolution of 70cm. The smaller Skybox satellites, each weighing 120kg, is able to achieve a resolution of approximately 1 meter.
Location
Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV)
Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV) has witnessed the launch of 54 rockets, including 54 orbital launch attempts. While Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana, has been the site for 331 rocket launches.
The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
Rocket
Avio S.p.A Vega
Vega is the smallest lifter in the current Arianespace family.
Agency
Arianespace
Arianespace SA is a multinational company founded in 1980 as the world's first commercial launch service provider. It undertakes the production, operation, and marketing of the Ariane programme. Their vehicles launch exclusively from French Guiana in South America.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Arianespace Vega PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 launch scheduled?
The Arianespace Vega PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Arianespace Vega PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 launch video?
You can watch the Arianespace Vega launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Arianespace Vega PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 mission launch from?
The Arianespace Vega rocket launched from Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV) at Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana. The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
What rocket was used for the PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 mission?
The PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 mission launched aboard a Arianespace Vega rocket. Vega is the smallest lifter in the current Arianespace family. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Arianespace Vega PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 launch?
The Arianespace Vega PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 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 Arianespace Vega PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Arianespace Vega launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the PerúSAT-1 / SkySat x 4 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 Arianespace live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
