MISSION NAME
Sentinel-3A
Status
Success
DATE
16 FEB 2016
LAUNCH PROVIDER
Eurockot Launch Services
Launch Pad
133/3 (133L)
Description
Sentinel-3A is the first in a pair of earth observation satellites developed by ESA to provide near real time data for the GMES Program. Sentinel-3A contains a temperature scanner, colour instrument and altimeter for monitoring the sea and land. The satellite focuses on providing accurate data about the oceans and in addition also provides information about wildfires and vegetation.
Rokot/Briz-KM
