Launch of ADM-Aeolus

As part of ESA's scientific Earth observation mission series, ESA's wind mission will be launched on a Vega rocket. ADM-Aeolus will be the first ever satellite to deliver wind profiles on a global scale and on a daily basis.

Date: 22 August
Location: CSG, Europe’s Spaceport (French Guiana)
Launcher: Vega
Website: Aeolus