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Pléiades Neo 3
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Arianespace

Pléiades Neo 3

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Vega
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Apr 29, 01:50:00 UTC
StatusSuccess
VehicleVega
OrbitSun-Synchronous Orbit
PadAriane Launch Area 1 (ELV)
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Mission

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.

Quick facts

VehicleVega
OrbitSun-Synchronous Orbit
PadAriane Launch Area 1 (ELV)
SiteGuiana Space Centre, French Guiana
WindowApr 29, 01:50:00 UTC→Apr 29, 01:50:00 UTC

Vehicle

FamilyVega
Acquiring satellite view…
Trajectory unknown
Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV)
Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
5.236, -52.775
Scrub riskLOW
Go99%
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Weather & scrubLOW risk
Weather Go99%Wind7 ktGusts12 ktCloud99%Temp81°F