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Vega | Pléiades Neo 3
Vega | Pléiades Neo 3 launched on Thu, Apr 29, 2021, 01:50 AM UTC — a Arianespace mission.
Launch SuccessfulArianespace
Lifted offNET Apr 2021
NET Thu, Apr 29, 2021, 01:50 AM UTC
Live coverage
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Mission profile
The flight at a glance
VegaVehicle
ArianespaceProvider
Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV)Pad
Guiana Space Centre, French GuianaLocation
Government/Top SecretMission type
Sun-Synchronous OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for Vega 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 ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
Pléiades Neo 3
Pléiades Neo is a constellation of four optical high-resolution Earth observation satellites built and operated by Airbus. It is a dual purpose constellation, serving both civilian and military purposes. Pléiades Neo 3 is the first satellite in the constellation which is to deliver imagery with spatial resolution of 30 cm. It is launched along with several rideshare payloads.
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Frequently asked
What time does Vega | Pléiades Neo 3 launch?
Vega | Pléiades Neo 3 is scheduled to lift off Thu, Apr 29, 2021, 01:50 AM UTC.
Where can I watch Vega | Pléiades Neo 3?
Watch the official live webcast embedded on this page — it goes live shortly before liftoff.
Who is launching Vega | Pléiades Neo 3?
Vega | Pléiades Neo 3 is an Arianespace mission flying on a Vega.
Where does Vega | Pléiades Neo 3 launch from?
It lifts off from Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV), Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana.