In November 2025, the European Space Agency (ESA) and Arianespace launched the Copernicus Sentinel-1D Earth-Observation Satellite (EOS) to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) aboard the Ariane 6 rocket from the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, French Guiana.

The Sentinel-1D EOS is part of the Copernicus Sentinel-1 constellation, which plays a vital role in global radar imaging.

About Launches:

Launch Vehicle : The Ariane 6 rocket launched in its A62 configuration, equipped with two solid rocket boosters, a cryogenic core stage powered by the Vulcain 2.1 engine, and an upper stage using the Vinci engine.

Mission: Designated VA265 , this mission represents a major milestone in Europe’s space efforts, improving autonomous access to space and bolstering Earth observation c

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