MISSION OVERVIEW
The SimSat (Simulated Satellite) payloads were dynamic mass models representing Iridium satellites. They were used on the first Rokot-KM launch to test the dynamics of the Iridium launch dispenser and the new Briz-KM upper stage.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Rokot/Briz-KMAGENCY
Eurockot Launch ServicesMISSION
SimSat 1 & 2
MISSION TYPE
Test Flight
TARGET ORBIT
Low 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: 0e947c55-6c1e-4415-926b-850cbb03f412
Reported date: May 16, 2000 at 08:27 UTC
Last synced: 12 hours ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
LAUNCH MAP
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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 | SimSat 1 & 2 launch?
The Rokot / Briz-KM | SimSat 1 & 2 is scheduled for Tuesday, May 16, 2000 at 8:27 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 SimSat 1 & 2?
The Rokot / Briz-KM | SimSat 1 & 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 | SimSat 1 & 2 launching from?
The launch takes place from 133/3 (133L) at Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation.
What orbit is SimSat 1 & 2 going to?
The SimSat 1 & 2 mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching SimSat 1 & 2?
The Rokot / Briz-KM | SimSat 1 & 2 is operated by Eurockot Launch Services.
Can I watch the Rokot / Briz-KM | SimSat 1 & 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 01:16 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
Launch date set: May 16, 2000 at 08:27 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Eurockot Launch Services
Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 12 hours ago
●Launch Library 212 hours ago
Launch ID: 0e947c55-6c1e-4415-926b-850cbb03f412
●Open-Meteo Weather12 hours ago
Pad weather at 62.89, 40.85
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