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Meridian-M No.19L

Soyuz 2.1a Fregat-MRussian Space Forces43/3 (43L)
Thursday, February 20, 2020 · 08:24 AM UTCAdd to Calendar

This mission is complete.

Vehicle

Soyuz 2.1a Fregat-M

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The 2.1a version includes conversion from analog to digital flight control system and uprated engines on the booster and the first stage with improved injection systems. The new digital...

Height46.3 m
LEO Payload7,020 kg
Launches157
Successes148

Provider

Russian Space Forces

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RUS • Founded 1992

The Russian Space Forces are a branch of the Russian Aerospace Forces, that provides aerospace warning, air sovereignty, and protection for Russia. Having been reestablished following August 1, 2015 merger betw...

Mission Brief

Meridian is a series of communications satellite for military and civilian use.

PayloadMeridian-M No.19L
OrbitLow Earth Orbit
CustomerRussian Space Forces
Stages3
Pad43/3 (43L), Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation

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Launch Site

43/3 (43L), Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation

LAUNCH SITE
62.927°N, 40.450°E

Schedule History

No delays or schedule changes recorded.