The first Galileo satellites positioned on the Fregat Upper Stage and dispenser, ahead of their launch on 20 October 2011.
These satellites will be placed into orbit by the first Soyuz flight from Europe's Spaceport, Kourou in French Guiana.
For more great images of Galileo and further information on this historic launch, please visit: www.esa.int/GalileoIOV
Credits: ESA, CNES, Arianespace, Optique Video du CSG, S.Martin
Soyuz Fregat - Cargo Dispenser
The high-performance Fregat space tug originated as a propulsion stage for the Soviet Mars probes. It was later adapted for many deep-space missions, thanks to its ability to fire its engine multiple times and function in space for prolonged periods.
Technical specifications of the Fregat upper stage (118; 207)
Soyuz Fregat - Cargo Dispenser
The high-performance Fregat space tug originated as a propulsion stage for the Soviet Mars probes. It was later adapted for many deep-space missions, thanks to its ability to fire its engine multiple times and function in space for prolonged periods.
Technical specifications of the Fregat upper stage (118; 207)
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