Tselina-2 19
Zenit-2
Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
Mission
Tselina-2 19
- Type: Government/Top Secret
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
Second generation ELING satellite
Location
45/1
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
45/1 has witnessed the launch of 46 rockets, including 46 orbital launch attempts. While Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan, has been the site for 1560 rocket launches.
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.
Rocket
Yuzhnoye Design Bureau Zenit-2
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.
Agency
Russian Federal Space Agency (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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Zenit-2 launch scheduled?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Zenit-2 launch carrying the Tselina-2 19 mission was scheduled for:
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Where did the Zenit-2 launch from?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (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 Tselina-2 19 mission?
The Tselina-2 19 mission launched aboard a Russian Federal Space Agency (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 this launch?
The Zenit-2 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 launch is delayed?
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