A Sky Full Of SARs

Launch Success

Liftoff Time (GMT)

13:18:00

Sunday August 11, 2024

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Acadia-3

(Capella-13)

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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.

Manufacturer: Capella Space

Operator: Capella Space

Low Earth Orbit

1 Payload

165 kilograms

Rocket

Active
Electron/Curie

Active Since 2018


Price

$7.50 million

Rocket

Height: 18m

Payload to Orbit

LEO: 320 kg

Liftoff Thrust

224 Kilonewtons

Fairing

Diameter: 1.2m

Height: 4.05m

Stages

3

Launch Site

General Trajectory

E

S

Launching

Southeast

Rocket Lab LC-1B

Māhia Peninsula, New Zealand

Fastest Turnaround

8 days 20 hours

Stats

Electron


52nd

Mission

10th

Mission of 2024

Rocket Lab


52nd

Mission

10th

Mission of 2024

2024


145th

Orbital launch attempt