Russia Successfully Launches 52 Satellites from Vostochny Spaceport

In a significant achievement, Russia launched its Soyuz-2.1b rocket from the Vostochny spaceport, successfully deploying 52 satellites. Among them are two Aist-2T satellites designed for Earth observation and monitoring natural disasters. This mission marks a crucial step in enhancing data accuracy and understanding climate change. The collaboration between various Russian universities also highlights the country's commitment to advancing space technology. Read on to learn more about this remarkable launch and its implications for Earth monitoring.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 28, 2025, 22:12 IST

Successful Satellite Launch from Russia

Moscow: On Sunday, Russia executed a successful launch of its Soyuz-2.1b rocket from the Vostochny spaceport, deploying a total of 52 satellites, as reported by the Rossiya-24 television channel.

The mission's payload includes two Aist-2T satellites, which are intended for capturing stereoscopic images of the Earth's surface, along with 50 smaller satellites, according to the national space agency, Roscosmos.

Roscosmos explained that the Aist-2T satellites are specifically designed for Earth observation, enabling the capture of stereoscopic images that will aid in creating digital terrain models.

These satellites will also play a crucial role in monitoring natural disasters such as fires, floods, and volcanic eruptions.

The two Aist-2T satellites, designated Number 1 and Number 2, will collaborate to enhance data precision and provide comprehensive information about the monitored regions. Their operational lifespan is expected to be a minimum of five years.

Additionally, several of the smaller satellites were developed by various Russian universities, including CubeSat satellites under the Universat program, which will focus on climate change and space weather monitoring for the Russian Hydrometeorological Service.