PADSpace Launch Complex 41
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →ORBITGeostationary Orbit
TYPECommunications
MISSION OVERVIEW
SES ASTRA ordered two new Astra satellite in June 2003. The satellites, designated Astra 1KR and Astra 1L will provide distribution of direct-to-home broadcast services across Europe following their scheduled launches in the second half of 2005 and 2006 respectively. Astra 1KR, an all Ku-band spacecraft with 32 active transponders, will be located at 19.2 degrees East longitude. Both spacecraft will be based on the award winning A2100AXS platform, manufactured by Lockheed Martin Commercial Space Systems, Newtown, Pa., and each will have a minimum service life of 15 years.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Atlas V 411AGENCY
Lockheed MartinMISSION
Astra 1KR
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 41LAUNCH SITE
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: ab2c0dae-04fe-48c5-8c00-e1adbbb3c650
Reported date: Apr 20, 2006 at 20:27 UTC
Last synced: 4 hours ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Atlas V 411 →
MANUFACTURER
United Launch Alliance
VARIANT
411
FLIGHTS
6
SUCCESSES
6
SUCCESS RATE
100%
Atlas V with 4m fairing, 1 SRB, 1 Centaur upper stage engine.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Atlas V 411 | Astra 1KR launch?
The Atlas V 411 | Astra 1KR is scheduled for Thursday, April 20, 2006 at 8:27 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 Astra 1KR?
The Atlas V 411 | Astra 1KR mission uses the Atlas V 411 rocket, manufactured by United Launch Alliance. The Atlas V 411 has flown 6 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Atlas V 411 | Astra 1KR launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Astra 1KR going to?
The Astra 1KR mission is targeting Geostationary Orbit.
Who is launching Astra 1KR?
The Atlas V 411 | Astra 1KR is operated by Lockheed Martin.
Can I watch the Atlas V 411 | Astra 1KR 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 00:04 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 20, 2006 at 20:27 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Lockheed Martin
Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 4 hours ago
●Launch Library 24 hours ago
Launch ID: ab2c0dae-04fe-48c5-8c00-e1adbbb3c650
●Open-Meteo Weather6 hours ago
Pad weather at 28.58, -80.58
