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SLV-3E2

SLV-3E2 successfully placed the Rohini RS-1 satellite into low Earth orbit on 18 July 1980. The flight made India the sixth country to orbit a satellite using a launch vehicle developed within the nation.

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SLV-3 E2Rohini RS-1 launch vehicleIndia's first successful orbital launcher
Name
SLV-3E2
Status
retired

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SLV-3E2 successfully placed the Rohini RS-1 satellite into low Earth orbit on 18 July 1980. The flight made India the sixth country to orbit a satellite using a launch vehicle developed within the nation.
First Flight Date
1980-07-18
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July 14, 2026 at 07:40:28 UTC
Updated Time
July 14, 2026 at 07:40:28 UTC

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Last Flight Date
1980-07-18
Search Name
SLV-3E2 SLV-3 E2 Rohini RS-1 launch vehicle India's first successful orbital launcher
Serial Number
E2
Vehicle Code
SLV-3E2