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Russia Launches Angara Rocket With Defense Satellites

Summary

  • Angara-1.2 rocket successfully launched satellites for the Defense Ministry.
  • The launch occurred from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome on Tuesday.
  • Onboard systems are functioning normally and telemetry is stable.
Russia Launches Angara Rocket With Defense Satellites

The Angara-1.2 light-class launch vehicle successfully placed Russian Defense Ministry satellites into orbit following a flawless launch on Tuesday. The Aerospace Forces' combat crew executed the mission from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome in the Arkhangelsk Region.

Ground control systems confirmed the rocket's successful ascent and the precise insertion of the satellites into their target orbits. This marks a significant achievement for Russia's space program, ensuring the continued operation of its defense satellite network.

A stable telemetry connection has been established and maintained with the newly deployed spacecraft. All onboard systems are functioning as expected, assuring the operational readiness of these critical assets in space.

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The Angara-1.2 rocket was launched on Tuesday at 4:42 p.m. Moscow time.
The Angara-1.2 rocket launched Defense Ministry satellites into orbit from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome.
Yes, a stable telemetry connection has been established, and all onboard systems are functioning normally.

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