LAUNCH CENTER
Success
Mon May 29 2023
Indian Space Research Organization
IRNSS-1J (NVS-01)
Launch Successful
LAUNCH PREVIEW
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(5:12 AM UTC)
Launch Window Start
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(5:12 AM UTC)
Launch Window End
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(5:12 AM UTC)
RECOVERY OVERVIEW
Location
No Recovery Specified
Type
No Recovery Specified
Rocket Details
Name:
GSLV Mk. IIDescription:
Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth generation launch vehicle is a three stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II. From January 2014, the vehicle has achieved four consecutive successes.
MISSION OVERVIEW
- Type: Navigation
- This is a replacement satellite for the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System. The constellation will provide India with an alternative to GPS and will be used for military and civilian use. Located at a geosynchronous orbit, the system will be operated by the Indian government.
COMPLEX OVERVIEW
Location
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India
Pad
Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad