PAD133/3 (133L)
SITEPlesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation →ORBITMedium Earth Orbit
TYPEEarth Science
MISSION OVERVIEW
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.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Rokot/Briz-KMAGENCY
Eurockot Launch ServicesMISSION
Arirang-2
MISSION TYPE
Earth Science
TARGET ORBIT
Medium Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
133/3 (133L)LAUNCH SITE
Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian FederationCOUNTRY
FRA,RUS
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: de01e086-97c4-4231-bd79-d987a49c2fc4
Reported date: Jul 28, 2006 at 07:05 UTC
Last synced: 2 hours ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Rokot/Briz-KM →
MANUFACTURER
Russian Aerospace Defence Forces
VARIANT
Briz-KM
FLIGHTS
31
SUCCESSES
28
SUCCESS RATE
90.3%
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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.
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: 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
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 2 hours ago
●Launch Library 22 hours ago
Launch ID: de01e086-97c4-4231-bd79-d987a49c2fc4
●Open-Meteo Weather24 hours ago
Pad weather at 62.89, 40.85
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Mission Profile
Arirang-2 was a Rokot/Briz-KM mission operated by Eurockot Launch Services that lifted off from 133/3 (133L), Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation on July 28, 2006. The flight carried its payload on a earth science mission to Medium Earth Orbit. The launch was a success.