The Angara-A5 launch vehicle has been dispatched to the Vostochny cosmodrome for flight development tests, a move confirmed by the official Roscosmos telegram channel. This impending launch is framed as a historic step for the Russian rocket and space industry by the state corporation, underscoring its strategic importance for current and future missions.
Officials note that at Vostochny the readiness of the technical complex infrastructure, designed to prepare Angara missiles for flight, has been completed. The emphasis is on the fact that the facility is fully prepared for the upcoming Angara launch, with all supporting systems verified to handle the demanding sequence of pre-launch operations.
In September, the Russian Vostochny cosmodrome in the Amur region announced the completion of a new ground-based complex dedicated to measuring, collecting, and processing information related to launching the Angara-A5 into orbit. The new infrastructure encompasses the Eastern Command and Measurement Post (ECMP) and a route measurement point established on Sakhalin Island, both integral to ensuring accurate data collection and trajectory monitoring during ascent.
In related developments, previous activities included space-based monitoring initiatives aimed at assessing agricultural conditions through remote sensing—such projects track regional crop dynamics and environmental factors from space, contributing to broader informational capabilities across the country. These efforts reflect a broader use of space technology to support national interests in science, industry, and environmental management. The broader program demonstrates Russia’s commitment to advancing its space capabilities while integrating cutting-edge ground-based measurement networks with orbital data streams.