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PSLV XL: Resourcesat-2A

Resourcesat-2A is a remote sensing satellite, third in the program of the same name. It is intended to provide data continuity for users as a follow on mission to Resourcesat-2.

Wednesday, 7 December 2016
PSLV XL: Resourcesat-2A

Mission Data

Indian Space Research Organization
🇮🇳Indian Space Research OrganizationEst. 1969
Launch VehiclePSLV XL
Vehicle FamilyPSLV
Vehicle Record25 of 27 launches (92.6%)
Provider TypeGovernment
Agency Record86 successes / 15 failures (85%)
Success Streak2 consecutive
Mission TypeEarth Science
Target OrbitSun-Synchronous Orbit
Launch PadSatish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad
Location🇮🇳 Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India IND
Orbital Launches This Year#77
Agency Launches This Year#7
Launches From This Pad64
Launches From This Site106
Status Note

The launch vehicle successfully inserted its payload(s) into the target orbit(s).

About PSLV XL

PSLV-XL is the upgraded version of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle in its standard configuration boosted by more powerful, stretched strap-on boosters with 12 tonne propellant load. Weighing 320t at lift-off, the vehicle uses larger strap-on motors (PSOM-XL or S12) to achieve higher payload capability. On 29 December 2005, ISRO successfully tested the improved version of strap-on booster for the PSLV. The first use of PSLV-XL was the launch of Chandrayaan-1 by PSLV C11. The payload capability for this variant is 1,800 kg to SSO.

Launch Site

Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad · 13.7330°N 80.2350°E

Launch data from Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs.