Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M | Arktika-M No.1

The Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M mission, designated Arktika-M No.1, is a Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Earth Science mission scheduled to launch on February 28, 2021, at 06:55:01 UTC from the Baikonur Cosmodrome. The payload, Arktika-M, is a meteorological satellite designed to provide advanced weather forecasting capabilities for the Russian Federation, focusing on the Arctic region. This mission is significant as it will enhance the country's ability to monitor and predict severe weather events, such as storms and blizzards, which are critical for search and rescue operations, maritime safety, and economic activities in the region. The Soyuz 2.1b rocket will be paired with the Fregat-M upper stage, marking a notable milestone in the Russian space program's continued development of its launch vehicle capabilities.

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