Mission Status
We Love the Nightlife
Last Updated: 17 minutes ago
SUCCESS
Orbit Achieved
Wednesday, August 23, 2023 11:45 PM UTC
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Name Origin
This mission name is a playful nod to the disco hit "I Love the Nightlife," highlighting Capella Space's ability to image Earth 24/7, even in darkness.
"We Love the Nightlife"
Mission Overview
Payload consists of a single SAR Earth-imaging Acadia satellite, a new generation satellite designed, manufactured, and operated by Capella Space. First mission to fly with a reused engine.
Technical Details
Vehicle
Electron
Launch Site
LC-1B
Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand
Target Orbit
Low Earth Orbit
Mission Type
Earth Science
Payload Mass
165 kg
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