Brazilian Space Agency SCD-2A VLS-1
About the SCD-2A Mission
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
The satellites of the SCD (Satelites de Coleta de Dados) series are equipped to collect and transmit meteorological and environmental data collected by automatic platforms (PCD) installed on land or on oceanic buoys. The data is relayed to one or more ground stations.
Launch Pad & Location
VLS Pad
Alcântara Space Center, Federative Republic of Brazil
The VLS Pad launch pad has hosted 2 rocket launches, including 2 orbital launch attempts. The Alcântara Space Center, Federative Republic of Brazil launch site has been the location for 4 total rocket launches.
The Alcântara Space Center, formerly known as Alcântara Launch Center is a space center and launching facility of the Brazilian Space Agency in the city of Alcântara, located on Brazil's northern Atlantic coast, in the state of Maranhão.
Department of Aerospace Science and Technology VLS-1 Rocket
The VLS-1 was the Brazilian Space Agency's main satellite launch vehicle. The launch vehicle was to be capable of launching satellites into orbit. The launch site was located at the Alcântara Launch Center due to its proximity to the equator.
Learn more about the Department of Aerospace Science and Technology VLS-1 Rocket
About Brazilian Space Agency
The Brazilian Space Agency is a space agency in South America. They work in partnership with the US and Russia aboard the ISS. It was previously operated by the military until 1994. They now operate largely in tandem with other nations. They run a spaceport and rocket launch site both in Brazil. They built the VLM small satellite launch system in tandem with Germany. The VLS-1 was intended to be a primary launch vehicle for the BSA, but it failed 3 times and was canceled. They have restarted work on the system in tandem with the Russian Space Agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 SCD-2A launch scheduled?
The Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 SCD-2A launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 SCD-2A mission launch from?
The Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 rocket launched from VLS Pad at Alcântara Space Center, Federative Republic of Brazil. The Alcântara Space Center, formerly known as Alcântara Launch Center is a space center and launching facility of the Brazilian Space Agency in the city of Alcântara, located on Brazil's northern Atlantic coast, in the state of Maranhão.
What rocket was used for the SCD-2A mission?
The SCD-2A mission launched aboard a Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 rocket. The VLS-1 was the Brazilian Space Agency's main satellite launch vehicle. The launch vehicle was to be capable of launching satellites into orbit. The launch site was located at the Alcântara Launch Center due to its proximity to the equator. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 SCD-2A launch?
The Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 SCD-2A 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 Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 SCD-2A launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Brazilian Space Agency VLS-1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the SCD-2A 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 Brazilian Space Agency live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.