ROSCOSMOS Meteor-3M No. 1 Zenit-2
About the Meteor-3M No. 1 Mission
| Type | Earth Science |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Sun-Synchronous Orbit |
Meteor-3M No.1 is the first and so far only of the Meteor-3M series polar-orbit weather satellites.
Launch Pad & Location
45/1
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
| Launches | 47 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 46 |
| 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 Zenit-2 Rocket
Zenit is a family of space launch vehicles designed by the Yuzhnoye Design Bureau in Dnipro, Ukraine, which was then part of the Soviet Union.
| Length | 57.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.9 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 459.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 7,300.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 13,740 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 5,000 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 4/13/1985 |
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 Zenit-2 Meteor-3M No. 1 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Zenit-2 Meteor-3M No. 1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the ROSCOSMOS Zenit-2 Meteor-3M No. 1 mission launch from?
The ROSCOSMOS Zenit-2 rocket launched from 45/1 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 Meteor-3M No. 1 mission?
The Meteor-3M No. 1 mission launched aboard a ROSCOSMOS Zenit-2 rocket. Zenit is a family of space launch vehicles designed by the Yuzhnoye Design Bureau in Dnipro, Ukraine, which was then part of the Soviet Union. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ROSCOSMOS Zenit-2 Meteor-3M No. 1 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Zenit-2 Meteor-3M No. 1 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 Zenit-2 Meteor-3M No. 1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ROSCOSMOS Zenit-2 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Meteor-3M No. 1 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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