2021 · Arianespace
Pléiades Neo 3
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Pléiades Neo is a constellation of four optical high-resolution Earth observation satellites built and operated by Airbus. It is a dual purpose constellation, serving both civilian and military purposes. Pléiades Neo 3 is the first satellite in the constellation which is to deliver imagery with spatial resolution of 30 cm. It is launched along with several rideshare payloads.
Overview
- Date / time
- April 29, 2021 at 01:50 AM UTC
- Outcome
- success
- Launch site
- Ariane Launch Area 1 (ELV)
- Mission
- Pléiades Neo 3
- Mission type
- Government/Top Secret
- Orbit achieved
- Sun-Synchronous Orbit