Launch details

GSLV Mk II | GISAT-2

Indian Space Research Organization

Government IND

Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad

Satish Dhawan Space Centre

Dec 31 at 05:30am

Launchpad time+0530

Dec 31 at 12:00am

Your local time+0000

Current status

TBD

GSLV Mk. II

Launch vehicle

GISAT-2

Mission

13.7199

Latitude

80.2304

Longitude

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24 hours before launch

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1 hour before launch

Note: For all launches the scheduled launch dates and times are subject to change due to weather, equipment, crew and other factors.

Mission description

GISAT 2 (GEO Imaging Satellite) is an Indian earth observing satellite operating from geostationary orbit to facilitate continuous observation of Indian sub-continent, quick monitoring of natural hazards and disaster.

GISAT-2

Livestream

Attending a launch in person

The on-site launch view gallery is accessible by applying for a pass on the ISRO website. Booking is free and is allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. The booking website is only online during the registration window.

On launch day you won't be allowed on Sriharikota without a valid pass.

Launch View Gallery: 7 kilometers away, capacity of 5000. It has tiered seating like a sports stadium. Has a jumbotron. Right next to the space museum. Not covered so for daytime launches it gets crazy hot and you'll need an umbrella.

For those without a pass there is a good view of the launch from Venadu Road near Pullicat Lake. In summer the lakebed dries up and you can walk onto it for a slightly better view.

Venadu Road: 12 kilometers away. Near the first security checkpoint at Attakanitippa.

How to get there

The closest commercial airport is Chennai International Airport in Chennai.

A 3-hour drive from the airport in a rental car will get you to Satish Dhawan Space Centre.

Alternatively a bus can be taken from the airport to Sullurpeta, and from there a taxi or other local transport option can take you 1 hour to the center.

Accomodation

Nearby hotels in Sullurpeta or a bit further in Chennai.

Nearby parking

Parking available on-site.

Agency details

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is India's national space agency, known for its cost-effective and successful missions. ISRO's achievements include the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan), Chandrayaan lunar missions, and a robust satellite launch program with the PSLV and GSLV rockets, contributing to space exploration and satellite communication.