ARIANESPACE
Vega | Proba-V, VNREDSat 1A, ESTCube-1
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May 7, 2013 at 02:06 UTC
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Source
PADAriane Launch Area 1 (ELV)
SITEGuiana Space Centre, French Guiana →ORBITSun-Synchronous Orbit
TYPEEarth Science
MISSION OVERVIEW
Proba-V maps land cover and monitors vegetation growth across the globe. Launched along with Proba-V are the first Earth observation satellite for Vietnam, VNREDSat 1A, and the first Estonian satellite ESTCube-1. ESTCube-1 is also the first satellite in the world to attempt the use of an electric solar wind sail.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
VegaAGENCY
ArianespaceMISSION
Proba-V and VNREDSat 1A
MISSION TYPE
Earth Science
TARGET ORBIT
Sun-Synchronous Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV)LAUNCH SITE
Guiana Space Centre, French GuianaCOUNTRY
FRA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 351bea09-3fcf-4195-8c97-adeeaf9708ea
Reported date: May 7, 2013 at 02:06 UTC
Last synced: 12 minutes ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Vega →
MANUFACTURER
Avio S.p.A
FLIGHTS
22
SUCCESSES
20
SUCCESS RATE
90.9%
Vega is the smallest lifter in the current Arianespace family.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Vega | Proba-V, VNREDSat 1A, ESTCube-1 launch?
The Vega | Proba-V, VNREDSat 1A, ESTCube-1 is scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 2:06 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 Proba-V and VNREDSat 1A?
The Vega | Proba-V, VNREDSat 1A, ESTCube-1 mission uses the Vega rocket, manufactured by Avio S.p.A. The Vega has flown 22 times with a 90.9% success rate.
Where is the Vega | Proba-V, VNREDSat 1A, ESTCube-1 launching from?
The launch takes place from Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV) at Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana.
What orbit is Proba-V and VNREDSat 1A going to?
The Proba-V and VNREDSat 1A mission is targeting Sun-Synchronous Orbit.
Who is launching Proba-V and VNREDSat 1A?
The Vega | Proba-V, VNREDSat 1A, ESTCube-1 is operated by Arianespace.
Can I watch the Vega | Proba-V, VNREDSat 1A, ESTCube-1 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 00:02 UTC
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Mar 29, 2026 00:02 UTC
Launch date set: May 7, 2013 at 02:06 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Arianespace
Mar 29, 2026 00:02 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 12 minutes ago
●Launch Library 212 minutes ago
Launch ID: 351bea09-3fcf-4195-8c97-adeeaf9708ea
●Open-Meteo Weather16 hours ago
Pad weather at 5.24, -52.78
Mission Profile
Proba-V and VNREDSat 1A was a Vega mission operated by Arianespace that lifted off from Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV), Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana on May 7, 2013. The flight carried its payload on a earth science mission to Sun-Synchronous Orbit. The launch was a success.