Khrunichev Archives

First Proton of the year launches Gazprom communications satellite

A Russian Proton rocket launched the Yamal-601 communications satellite for Gazprom Space Systems May 30, completing the first of six Proton missions planned for this year.

by Caleb Henry May 31, 2019January 23, 2023

Launch

Proton Medium, International Launch Services’ answer to Falcon 9, put on “indefinite hold”

by Caleb Henry August 30, 2018January 23, 2023

Launch

Proton returns after year hiatus with EchoStar-21 launch

by Caleb Henry June 8, 2017January 23, 2023

Launch

Spaceport checkup delays Proton return to flight to June 7

by Caleb Henry May 30, 2017January 23, 2023

Launch

ILS still planning three commercial launches this year despite Proton engine recall

by Caleb Henry February 20, 2017January 23, 2023

Commercial

Russia bails out debt-ridden Khrunichev

by Peter B. de Selding April 20, 2016January 23, 2023

Commercial

ILS Now Marketing Small Angara Variant

by Peter B. de Selding July 17, 2015January 23, 2023

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