A Sky Full Of SARs

Scheduled for (UTC) 2024-08-11 13:18
Scheduled for (NZST) 2024-08-12 01:18
Launch site Rocket Lab LC-1B, Māhia Peninsula, New Zealand
Booster recovery No
Launch vehicle Electron + Curie
Customers Capella Space
Payload Acadia-3
Mission success criteria Successful deployment of spacecraft into desired orbit

Livestreams

Stream Link
Rocket Lab (official) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFH0ZS2GHd8
Space Affairs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1EIRGMhgWg
The Launch Pad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKC0aVLJvas

Stats

  • This will be the 10th launch for Rocket Lab this year.
  • This will be the 52nd overall launch for Rocket Lab.

Payload info:

Rocket Lab mission page

NextSpaceflight:

Acadia-3

Capella Space introduced its latest generation of satellites named “Acadia”, which offer increased imaging capability and improved communications connectivity. These satellites are smaller and lighter than previous models, but offer higher resolution and detection capabilities, enabling better Earth observation and more accurate decision-making.

Capella Space’s new generation of satellites feature synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology, which allows them to capture images of the Earth in all weather conditions and at any time of the day or night. In addition, these satellites have enhanced communication capabilities, allowing them to transmit data and images faster and more efficiently.

Previous mission: Owl For One, One For Owl

Next mission: TBD

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