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Rokot / Briz-KM | Arirang-2

SUCCESSJul 28, 2006 at 07:05 UTCRokot/Briz-KM →
PAD133/3 (133L)
SITEPlesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation →
ORBITMedium Earth Orbit
TYPEEarth Science

KOMPSAT 2 (Korean Multi-purpose Satellite 2) is a lightweight Earth observation satellite developed by the Korea Aerospace Research Institute KARI. It provides high-resolution images, produced by the Multi-Spectral Camera (MSC), of the Korean peninsula for the production of maps and digital elevation models, applications for which include land use planning and disaster and risk management.

MISSION
Arirang-2
MISSION TYPE
Earth Science
TARGET ORBIT
Medium Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
133/3 (133L)
COUNTRY
FRA,RUS
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: de01e086-97c4-4231-bd79-d987a49c2fc4
Reported date: Jul 28, 2006 at 07:05 UTC
Last synced: 40 seconds ago
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MANUFACTURER
Russian Aerospace Defence Forces
VARIANT
Briz-KM
FLIGHTS
31
SUCCESSES
28
SUCCESS RATE
90.3%
When is the Rokot / Briz-KM | Arirang-2 launch?
The Rokot / Briz-KM | Arirang-2 is scheduled for Friday, July 28, 2006 at 7:05 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for Arirang-2?
The Rokot / Briz-KM | Arirang-2 mission uses the Rokot/Briz-KM rocket, manufactured by Russian Aerospace Defence Forces. The Rokot/Briz-KM has flown 31 times with a 90.3% success rate.
Where is the Rokot / Briz-KM | Arirang-2 launching from?
The launch takes place from 133/3 (133L) at Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation.
What orbit is Arirang-2 going to?
The Arirang-2 mission is targeting Medium Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Arirang-2?
The Rokot / Briz-KM | Arirang-2 is operated by Eurockot Launch Services.
Can I watch the Rokot / Briz-KM | Arirang-2 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.
Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch date set: Jul 28, 2006 at 07:05 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Eurockot Launch Services
Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
Last data sync: 40 seconds ago
Launch Library 240 seconds ago
Launch ID: de01e086-97c4-4231-bd79-d987a49c2fc4
Open-Meteo Weather45 minutes ago
Pad weather at 62.89, 40.85