Sentinel-1D arrives at the launch pad

In preparation for liftoff on 4 November 2025 at 22:02 CET (18:02 local time), the team at Europe’s Spaceport has taken the Ariane 6 fairing holding Copernicus Sentinel-1D to the launch pad.

Once in orbit together with its sibling Sentinel-1C, Sentinel-1D will significantly enhance the capabilities of the Copernicus Earth observation programme.

The Sentinel-1 mission will continue to deliver radar images of Earth’s surface, performing in all weathers, day-and-night, providing a service vital for users who depend on frequent updates of critical data, such as disaster response teams, environmental agencies, maritime authorities and climate scientists.