SITEPlesetsk →
ORBITSun-synchronous LEO
MISSION OVERVIEW
First of the improved Meteor-2 series weather satellites. These satellites provided enhanced meteorological observations and represented a significant upgrade over the earlier Meteor-1 series.
LAUNCH DETAILS
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMED
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1 launch?
The Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1 is scheduled for Wednesday, July 11, 1979 at 12:00 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 Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1?
The Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1 mission uses the Vostok-2M rocket.
Where is the Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1 launching from?
The launch takes place from Plesetsk.
What orbit is Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1 going to?
The Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1 mission is targeting Sun-synchronous LEO.
Who is launching Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1?
The Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1 is operated by Soviet Union.
Can I watch the Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.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 31, 2026 01:20 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 31, 2026 01:20 UTC
Launch date set: Jul 11, 1979 at 00:00 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Soviet Union
Mar 31, 2026 01:20 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 2 minutes ago
Mission Profile
Vostok-2M | Meteor-2 No.1 was a Vostok-2M mission operated by Soviet Union that lifted off from Plesetsk on July 11, 1979. The flight carried its payload to Sun-synchronous LEO. The launch was a success.