Sea Launch AngoSat-1 Zenit-3F
Rocket Launch Video Stream
About the AngoSat-1 Mission
| Type | Communications |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Geostationary Transfer Orbit |
AngoSat-1 is a geostationary communications satellite operated by Angosat and built by Russian RSC Energia. It is Angola's first communications satellite. Angosat-1 is fitted with C-band and Ku-band transponders and has an operational lifetime of 15 years.
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.
ROSCOSMOS Zenit Rocket
| Length | 4.6 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 0.4 m |
| Stages | 1 |
| Takeoff Thrust | 45.0 kN |
| Apogee | 140.0 km |
| Maiden Flight | 1/20/2011 |
About Sea Launch
| Total Launches | 43 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 40 |
| Failed | 3 |
| Consecutive Success | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Sea Launch Zenit 3F AngoSat-1 launch scheduled?
The Sea Launch Zenit 3F AngoSat-1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Sea Launch Zenit 3F AngoSat-1 launch video?
You can watch the Sea Launch Zenit 3F 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 Sea Launch Zenit 3F AngoSat-1 mission launch from?
The Sea Launch Zenit 3F 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 AngoSat-1 mission?
The AngoSat-1 mission launched aboard a Sea Launch Zenit 3F rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Sea Launch Zenit 3F AngoSat-1 launch?
The Sea Launch Zenit 3F AngoSat-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 Sea Launch Zenit 3F AngoSat-1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Sea Launch Zenit 3F launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the AngoSat-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 Sea Launch live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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