SynopsisSkyroot Aerospace targets July 18 for its Vikram-1 rocket's maiden orbital launch. This mission, named Aagaman, will lift off from Sriharikota's launch pad. The flight will validate the rocket's performance and payloads for future commercial launches. Skyroot previously achieved a successful space mission with Vikram-S in 2022. The company aims to serve the growing small satellite launch market.Hyderabad-based unicorn Skyroot Aerospace is targeting July 18 for the maiden launch of its Vikram-1 rocket, marking India’s first attempt by a private company to place a payload into orbit.The mission, named Aagaman, will lift off from the First Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Sriharikota. Authorities have issued the required airspace and maritime notices, clearing the launch window.The flight will serve as the firstNow Playing
Skyroot targets July 18 launch of India’s first private orbital rocket Vikram-1 - The Economic Times
Skyroot Aerospace targets July 18 for its Vikram-1 rocket's maiden orbital launch. This mission, named Aagaman, will lift off from Sriharikota's launch pad. The flight will validate the rocket's performance and payloads for future commercial launches. Skyroot previously achieved a successful space mission with Vikram-S in 2022. The company aims to serve the growing small satellite launch market.
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