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Vega-C | Sentinel-3C & FLEX
Vega-C is set to launch Vega-C | Sentinel-3C & FLEX on Fri, Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC from Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana.
To Be DeterminedAvio S.p.A
Liftoff in
45days
16hrs
17min
NET Fri, Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Mission profile
The flight at a glance
Vega-CVehicle
Avio S.p.AProvider
Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV)Pad
Guiana Space Centre, French GuianaLocation
CopernicusProgram
Earth ScienceMission type
Sun-Synchronous OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for Vega-C to Sun-Synchronous Orbit. Illustrative model — not this mission’s live telemetry.
Mission timeT+0:00
Altitude0.0 km
Velocity0.00 km/s
PhaseLiftoff
T+0:00 / 8:50
SimulatedRepresentative Vega-C ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
Sentinel-3C & FLEX
Sentinel-3C is the third satellite in the Sentinel-3 constellation, which provides high-accuracy optical, radar and altimetry data for marine and land services. The Fluorescence Explorer (FLEX) satellite is a part of ESA's Earth Explorer program. The satellite will map vegetation fluorescence to quantify photosynthetic activity.
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Frequently asked
What time does Vega-C | Sentinel-3C & FLEX launch?
Vega-C | Sentinel-3C & FLEX is scheduled to lift off Fri, Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC — this page shows a live countdown.
Where can I watch Vega-C | Sentinel-3C & FLEX?
A live webcast will appear on this page as soon as the provider publishes a stream link.
Who is launching Vega-C | Sentinel-3C & FLEX?
Vega-C | Sentinel-3C & FLEX is an Avio S.p.A mission flying on a Vega-C.
Where does Vega-C | Sentinel-3C & FLEX launch from?
It lifts off from Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV), Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana.