INSAT-3DR Mission
Launch Status
Success
Date & Time
8 Sep 2016, 11:20am
UTC
Location
Pad
Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
Launch Service Provider
Vehicle
Mission
INSAT-3DR
Mission Type
Earth Science
Destination
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
INSAT-3DR is an advanced weather satellite designed for enhanced meteorological observations and will replace INSAT-3D. This involves monitoring land and ocean surfaces, as well as the atmosphere, to provide weather forecasting and disaster warnings. The satellite weighs 2061kg and will operate in a geo-synchronous orbit for its 7 year lifespan.
Available Replays
The launch of GSLV -F05/INSAT –3DR Mission - LIVE
Updated: Jan 3, 8:02pm UTC
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