Earth Science
Elektro (or GOMS, Geostationary Operational Meteorological Satellite) is a three-axis stabilized satellite with a payload that includes a three-channel, earth-imaging radiometer as well as comprehensive communications facilities together with a capability to measure space radiation spectra and densities. It is the space component of the Planeta-C Meteorological Space System.
Orbital Attempt
#3,940
KhSC Mission
#24
Pad Launch
#64
Location Launch
#1,040
Designator
1994-069
Oct 31, 1994, 2:30 PM
1 update
The Baikonur Cosmodrome is a spaceport operated by Russia within Kazakhstan. Located in the Kazakh city of Baikonur, it is the largest operational space launch facility in terms of area. All Russian crewed spaceflights are launched from Baikonur.
Timezone
Asia/Qyzylorda
Local Launch Time
Oct 31, 1994, 7:30 PM
Total Launches
1,564
Total Landings
0
Coordinates
45.9650, 63.3050
