EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY
Ariane 5 G | XMM-Newton
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Dec 10, 1999 at 14:32 UTC
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PADAriane Launch Area 3
SITEGuiana Space Centre, French Guiana →ORBITHigh Earth Orbit
TYPEAstrophysics
MISSION OVERVIEW
An X-Ray space observatory launches by the ESA.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Ariane 5 GAGENCY
European Space Agency
MISSION
XMM-Newton
MISSION TYPE
Astrophysics
TARGET ORBIT
High Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Ariane Launch Area 3LAUNCH SITE
Guiana Space Centre, French GuianaCOUNTRY
FRA,ITA,DEU,ESP,CHE,GBR,AUT,SWE,PRT,NLD,HUN,POL,DNK,CZE,ROU,NOR,FIN,GRC,EST,IRL,LUX,BEL,SVN
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 3a8c0eb9-dc28-44ed-9b2c-f9340c7f9d37
Reported date: Dec 10, 1999 at 14:32 UTC
Last synced: 19 minutes ago
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VEHICLE — Ariane 5 G →
MANUFACTURER
ArianeGroup
VARIANT
G
FLIGHTS
16
SUCCESSES
13
SUCCESS RATE
81.3%
The original version is dubbed Ariane 5 G (Generic) and had a launch mass of 737 tonnes. Its payload capability to geostationary transfer orbit (GTO) was 6,900 kg (15,200 lb) for a single satellite or 6,100 kg (13,400 lb) for dual launches. It flew 17 times with one failure and two partial failures.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Ariane 5 G | XMM-Newton launch?
The Ariane 5 G | XMM-Newton is scheduled for Friday, December 10, 1999 at 2:32 PM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for XMM-Newton?
The Ariane 5 G | XMM-Newton mission uses the Ariane 5 G rocket, manufactured by ArianeGroup. The Ariane 5 G has flown 16 times with a 81.3% success rate.
Where is the Ariane 5 G | XMM-Newton launching from?
The launch takes place from Ariane Launch Area 3 at Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana.
What orbit is XMM-Newton going to?
The XMM-Newton mission is targeting High Earth Orbit.
Who is launching XMM-Newton?
The Ariane 5 G | XMM-Newton is operated by European Space Agency.
Can I watch the Ariane 5 G | XMM-Newton launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
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Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
Launch date set: Dec 10, 1999 at 14:32 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by European Space Agency
Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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Mission Profile
XMM-Newton was a Ariane 5 G mission operated by European Space Agency that lifted off from Ariane Launch Area 3, Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana on December 10, 1999. The flight carried its payload on a astrophysics mission to High Earth Orbit. The launch was a success.