MISSION OVERVIEW
EROS A (Earth Resources Observation Systems A) is the first in a constellation of sun-synchronous, polar-orbiting satellites that ImageSat plans to deploy during this decade.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Start-1
AGENCY
Strategic Rocket ForcesMISSION
EROS A1
MISSION TYPE
Earth Science
TARGET ORBIT
Polar Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
5
LAUNCH SITE
Svobodny Cosmodrome, Russian FederationCOUNTRY
RUS
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: fb233cd7-a50d-4583-8b7a-9f3620e0cbd0
Reported date: Dec 5, 2000 at 12:32 UTC
Last synced: 1 hour ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE
MANUFACTURER
Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology
VARIANT
1
FLIGHTS
5
SUCCESSES
5
SUCCESS RATE
100%
Start-1 is a Russian satellite launch vehicle based on the RT-2PM Topol, a Soviet intercontinental ballistic missile developed by Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Start-1 | EROS A1 launch?
The Start-1 | EROS A1 is scheduled for Tuesday, December 5, 2000 at 12:32 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 EROS A1?
The Start-1 | EROS A1 mission uses the Start-1 rocket, manufactured by Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology. The Start-1 has flown 5 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Start-1 | EROS A1 launching from?
The launch takes place from 5 at Svobodny Cosmodrome, Russian Federation.
What orbit is EROS A1 going to?
The EROS A1 mission is targeting Polar Orbit.
Who is launching EROS A1?
The Start-1 | EROS A1 is operated by Strategic Rocket Forces.
Can I watch the Start-1 | EROS A1 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: Dec 5, 2000 at 12:32 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Strategic Rocket Forces
Mar 29, 2026 01:16 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 1 hour ago
●Launch Library 21 hour ago
Launch ID: fb233cd7-a50d-4583-8b7a-9f3620e0cbd0
●Open-Meteo Weather1 hour ago
Pad weather at 51.7, 128
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