MISSION NAME
Kosmos 2542 2542
Status
Success
DATE
25 NOV 2019
LAUNCH PROVIDER
Russian Space Forces
Launch Pad
43/4 (43R)
Description
This is a military inspector satellite, capable of monitoring other satellites in orbit. Its payload also allows for Earth observation activities.
Soyuz 2.1v Volga
Rocket Description
The Soyuz-2.1v is a Russian expendable carrier rocket. It was derived from the Soyuz-2.1b, and is a member of the R-7 family of rockets.