What rocket is launching PSLV XL | Astrosat?

PSLV XL | Astrosat is launching on the PSLV XL.

Who is launching PSLV XL | Astrosat?

PSLV XL | Astrosat is being launched by Indian Space Research Organization, a government launch provider founded in 1969.

Where is PSLV XL | Astrosat launching from?

PSLV XL | Astrosat is launching from Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India.

Is the PSLV XL reusable?

No — the PSLV XL is an expendable launch vehicle.

How many times has the PSLV XL flown?

The PSLV XL has launched 27 times to date, with 25 successful flights.

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PSLV XL | Astrosat

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Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO)Government

PSLV XL

Launch time

Monday, September 28, 2015 at 4:30 AM

Success

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#5,497

ISRO Mission

#46

Pad Launch

#30

Location Launch

#49

Designator

2015-052

Launch Window

NET

Sep 28, 2015, 4:30 AM

Schedule Changes

1 update

Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad

India has two launch pads at the site. The First Launch Pad, operational since 1993, is used for Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, Small Satellite Launch Vehicle and formerly used by Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle.

Total Launches

Orbital Attempts

Fastest Turnaround

25d 5h

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Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India

Satish Dhawan Space Centre – SDSC (formerly Sriharikota Range – SHAR),[1] is the primary spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.

Timezone

Asia/Kolkata

Local Launch Time

Sep 28, 2015, 10:00 AM

Total Launches

104

Total Landings

Coordinates

13.7200, 80.2300

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Frequently asked questions

PSLV XL Specs

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.

Length

44 m

Diameter

2.8 m

Launch Mass

320 t

Capacity

1,800 kg

Reusable

Maiden Flight

2008

Fastest Turnaround

1mo 18d

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: Oct 22, 2008

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Indian Space Research Organization

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of the Government of India headquartered in the city of Bangalore. Its vision is to "harness space technology for national development while pursuing space science research and planetary exploration."

Founded

1969

Administrator

Chairman: V. Narayanan

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Pending

Consecutive Success

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