GSLV Mk II | INSAT-3DR

Launch Provider & Rocket

• Provider: Indian Space Research Organization (Government)
• Rocket: GSLV Mk. II — GSLV family

Mission

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.

• Type: Earth Science
• Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO)

Launch Site

• Pad: Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
• Location: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India
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