Copernicus Sentinel-1D Reaches Orbit Aboard Ariane 6, Enhancing Earth Observation
On November 4, 2025, the European Space Agency (ESA) announced the successful orbital insertion of the Copernicus Sentinel-1D satellite. The launch, conducted at 18:02 local time (22:02 CET) from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana, utilized an Ariane 6 rocket. Sentinel-1D marks the final addition to the groundbreaking first generation of the Sentinel-1 mission, which provides crucial radar imagery for the Copernicus Earth observation program.
With Sentinel-1D now in orbit, the Sentinel-1 mission’s capacity to deliver high-resolution radar data for continuous monitoring of Earth’s surface is significantly bolstered. This will further support vital applications such as disaster management, climate change monitoring, and maritime surveillance, enhancing Europe’s ability to understand and protect our planet.
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