Launch Overview
Vehicle
GSLV Mk II
Agency
Indian Space Research Organization
Site / Pad
SHAR / SLP
Outcome
Success
Flight
GSLV-F05
COSPAR Designator
2016-054
Mission
INSAT-3DR (Earth Science)
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.
Vehicle & Provider
Rocket
GSLV Mk. II
Provider
Indian Space Research Organization
Agency launches
51 (5 YTD)
Site launches
55 (5 YTD)
Pad launches
12 (1 YTD)