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Shavit-2 | Ofeq-3
Shavit-2 | Ofeq-3 launched on Wed, Apr 5, 1995, 11:16 AM UTC — a Israeli Space Agency mission.
Launch SuccessfulIsraeli Space Agency
Lifted offNET Apr 1995
NET Wed, Apr 5, 1995, 11:16 AM UTC
Mission profile
The flight at a glance
Shavit-2Vehicle
Israeli Space AgencyProvider
Shavit Launch PadPad
Palmachim Airbase, State of IsraelLocation
Government/Top SecretMission type
Low Earth OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for Shavit-2 to Low Earth Orbit. Illustrative model — not this mission’s live telemetry.
Mission timeT+0:00
Altitude0.0 km
Velocity0.00 km/s
PhaseLiftoff
T+0:00 / 8:30
SimulatedRepresentative Shavit-2 ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
Ofeq-3
The Ofeq 3 series was the first generation of Israeli spy satellites.
Around this launch
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Frequently asked
What time does Shavit-2 | Ofeq-3 launch?
Shavit-2 | Ofeq-3 is scheduled to lift off Wed, Apr 5, 1995, 11:16 AM UTC.
Where can I watch Shavit-2 | Ofeq-3?
A live webcast will appear on this page as soon as the provider publishes a stream link.
Who is launching Shavit-2 | Ofeq-3?
Shavit-2 | Ofeq-3 is an Israeli Space Agency mission flying on a Shavit-2.
Where does Shavit-2 | Ofeq-3 launch from?
It lifts off from Shavit Launch Pad, Palmachim Airbase, State of Israel.