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Science ExplorationLEOCOSPAR 2026-067AWLaunched 3/30/2026
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Mission & Launch
Launch Mission
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Launch Vehicle
Falcon 9 FT5
Launch Date
3/30/2026
Orbit & Mass
Orbit Class
LEO
Altitude
510.5 km
Inclination
97.45 deg
Dry Mass
10 kg
Total Mass
10 kg
Payload Classification
Mission Type
Science Exploration
Payload Category
SCI
Payload Class
A
Organizations
Operator
University of Colorado
Manufacturer
University of Colorado
Registry
COSPAR ID
2026-067AW
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COSMO-SkyMed data are marketed worldwide by e-GEOS, which is jointly owned by the Italian Space Agency (20%) and Telespazio (80%).

RelationshipsGeneralValue 4.0Jan 5, 2026Il programma CSG avanza con il terzo satellite COSMO-SkyMed
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COSMO-SkyMed provides essential data for security, emergency management, and environmental protection in all weather conditions, day and night.

GeneralCapabilityValue 2.0Jan 5, 2026Agenzia Spaziale Italiana lancia il satellite COSMO-SkyMed CSG-FM3

The third satellite of the COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation (CSG) constellation was successfully launched from the Space Force base at Vandenberg, California, on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

PlanGeneralCapabilityValue 4.0Jan 5, 2026Il programma CSG avanza con il terzo satellite COSMO-SkyMed

Thales Alenia Space is responsible for the entire COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation program, including satellite development and the design, integration, and commissioning of the end-to-end system.

CapabilityGeneralValue 4.0Jan 5, 2026Il programma CSG avanza con il terzo satellite COSMO-SkyMed

The COSMO-SkyMed program consists of satellites equipped with X-band synthetic aperture radar (SAR) and is funded by the Italian Space Agency and the Ministry of Defense.

CapabilityFinancialValue 4.0Jan 5, 2026Agenzia Spaziale Italiana lancia il satellite COSMO-SkyMed CSG-FM3

COSMO-SkyMed is a dual-use Earth observation constellation owned by the Italian Space Agency (ASI) and the Ministry of Defense.

CapabilityGeneralValue 3.6Jan 5, 2026Il programma CSG avanza con il terzo satellite COSMO-SkyMed

The launch of COSMO-SkyMed CSG-FM3 marks a significant milestone for Italy's space industry.

PlanGeneralValue 2.0Jan 5, 2026Agenzia Spaziale Italiana lancia il satellite COSMO-SkyMed CSG-FM3

The COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation program meets the requirements of the Italian Space Agency and the Ministry of Defense.

GeneralLegalValue 2.2Jan 5, 2026Il programma CSG avanza con il terzo satellite COSMO-SkyMed

Leonardo contributes control devices and advanced units for electric power management and distribution for the COSMO-SkyMed program.

CapabilityGeneralValue 4.0Jan 5, 2026Il programma CSG avanza con il terzo satellite COSMO-SkyMed

The COSMO-SkyMed program, through its second generation, strengthens Italy's leadership in radar Earth observation internationally.

GeneralCapabilityGrowthValue 2.0Jan 5, 2026Agenzia Spaziale Italiana lancia il satellite COSMO-SkyMed CSG-FM3

The fourth satellite of the COSMO-SkyMed constellation is currently in integration and testing, with a launch expected in early 2027.

PlanCapabilityValue 4.2Jan 5, 2026Il programma CSG avanza con il terzo satellite COSMO-SkyMed

COSMO-SkyMed CSG-FM3 is a new advanced satellite that will enhance the COSMO-SkyMed second generation Earth observation constellation.

CapabilityGeneralValue 3.2Jan 5, 2026Agenzia Spaziale Italiana lancia il satellite COSMO-SkyMed CSG-FM3

Since the launch of the first Cosmo-SkyMed satellite in 2007, about 4.3 million images have been acquired by the satellites and archived.

CapabilityGeneralValue 3.0Jan 4, 2026Latest News

SpaceX launched the third satellite in Italy’s Cosmo-SkyMed second generation constellation on January 2.

PlanValue 4.0Jan 4, 2026Latest News

The third Cosmo-SkyMed satellite is the third of four second-generation satellites.

GeneralPlanValue 3.0Jan 4, 2026Latest News

Cosmo-SkyMed is a dual-use Earth Observation constellation.

GeneralValue 2.0Jan 4, 2026Latest News

The initial constellation of four Cosmo-SkyMed satellites was launched between 2007 and 2010, with three still operational.

PlanCapabilityValue 3.5Jan 4, 2026Latest News

Telespazio is responsible for the ground segment and orbital operations of the COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation system.

CapabilityGeneralValue 4.0Jan 3, 2026Third COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation Satellite Reaches Orbit via SpaceX Falcon 9

Launch Heaven X is also associated with COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation Mission.

GeneralValue 2.0Jan 3, 2026RT by @Cosmic_Penguin: First image of 2026 with my new R6 Mark III ! 😍 Packed up and traveled two hours out of San Antonio, TX to witness my first Falcon 9 plume. COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation Mission @SpaceX @elonmusk @LaunchHeavenX

The COSMO-SkyMed FM3 satellite has successfully launched.

PlanValue 4.0Jan 3, 2026RT by @Cosmic_Penguin: Liftoff for COSMO-SkyMed FM3! The Second Generation satellite by ASI and @MinisteroDifesa will strengthen Italy’s national capability to acquire data for security, emergencies, research, and monitoring with state-of-the-art radar technologies developed in Italy. #GoCOSMOSkyMed