RUSSIAN FEDERAL SPACE AGENCY (ROSCOSMOS)
Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4
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Jul 18, 2014 at 20:50 UTC
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Reported date: Jul 18, 2014 at 20:50 UTC
Last synced: 16 seconds ago
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VEHICLE — Soyuz 2.1a →
MANUFACTURER
Progress Rocket Space Center
FLIGHTS
56
SUCCESSES
55
SUCCESS RATE
98.2%
The Soyuz 2.1A converted the flight control system from analog to digital, which allowed launch from fixed platforms. It also allowed big fairings and payloads. It is currently used for crewed Soyuz and Progress flights to the ISS.
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When is the Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4 launch?
The Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4 is scheduled for Friday, July 18, 2014 at 8:50 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 Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4?
The Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4 mission uses the Soyuz 2.1a rocket, manufactured by Progress Rocket Space Center. The Soyuz 2.1a has flown 56 times with a 98.2% success rate.
Where is the Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4 launching from?
The launch takes place from 31/6 at Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan.
Who is launching Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4?
The Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4 is operated by Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS).
Can I watch the Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4 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.
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Launch date set: Jul 18, 2014 at 20:50 UTC
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Launch ID: f7af6dc0-7806-4ce3-ac08-2bca8eef7ba3
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Mission Profile
Soyuz 2.1a | Foton-M No. 4 was a Soyuz 2.1a mission operated by Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) that lifted off from 31/6, Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan on July 18, 2014. The launch was a success.