GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1L (NVS-03)

Mission Status

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Mission Updates

15 ago, 10:08 Cosmic_Penguin

NET September.

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14 set, 23:52 Cosmic_Penguin

NET December.

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9 giu, 17:06 Cosmic_Penguin

Added launch (see 04:16 mark of the video).

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Mission Details

This is a replacement satellite for the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System. The constellation will provide India with an alternative to GPS and will be used for military and civilian use. Located at a geosynchronous orbit, the system will be operated by the Indian government.

Tipo Missione Navigation
Orbita Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Launch Window 00:00 - 00:00

Rocket Configuration

Name GSLV Mk. II
Manufacturer Indian Space Research Organization
Height 49 m
Diameter 2.8 m
Maiden Flight 2010-04-15
Success Rate 10/12 (83%)

Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth generation launch vehicle is a three stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II. From January 2014, the vehicle has achieved four consecutive successes.