2016 · Indian Space Research Organization
INSAT-3DR
successGSLV Mk II | INSAT-3DR
INSAT-3DR is an advanced weather satellite designed for enhanced meteorological observations and will replace INSAT-3D. This involves monitoring land and ocean surfaces, as well as the atmosphere, to provide weather forecasting and disaster warnings. The satellite weighs 2061kg and will operate in a geo-synchronous orbit for its 7 year lifespan.
Overview
- Date / time
- September 8, 2016 at 11:20 AM UTC
- Outcome
- success
- Launch site
- Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
- Mission
- INSAT-3DR
- Mission type
- Earth Science
- Orbit achieved
- Geostationary Transfer Orbit