Kinetica 1 | PRSC-HS1 & AIRSAT-03/04
Kinetica 1 •
📝 Mission Description
This Kinetica 1 launch carries the Kinetica 1 | PRSC-HS1 & AIRSAT-03/04 mission, scheduled for October 19, 2025. The mission aims to deliver important payloads to orbit, contributing to our understanding of space and advancing technological capabilities.
ℹ️ Official Details
* PRSC-HS1 is a hyperspectral Earth observation satellite for SUPARCO of Pakistan.
* AIRSAT-03/04 are 2 X-band synthetic aperture radar (SAR) Earth observation satellite made by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, with 0.5 meter resolution. AIRSAT-03 is built for TerraXpace of Malaysia.
🎯 Post-Launch Analysis
Post-Launch Analysis: Kinetica 1 Mission (PRSC-HS1 & AIRSAT-03/04) – October 19, 2025
The Kinetica 1 mission, launched on October 19, 2025, achieved a flawless execution, marking a significant milestone in small-lift orbital capabilities. The rocket performed nominally through all ascent phases, delivering precise orbital insertion for the PRSC-HS1 hyperspectral satellite (for Pakistan’s SUPARCO) and the AIRSAT-03/04 X-band SAR satellites (developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, with AIRSAT-03 for Malaysia’s TerraXpace). Payload deployment was textbook, with all satellites achieving their targeted orbits, confirmed by ground tracking.
Technically, the mission validated Kinetica 1’s propulsion and guidance systems under real-world conditions, while the 0.5-meter resolution of AIRSAT-03/04 underscores cutting-edge SAR imaging advancements. Engineering lessons include refined payload integration protocols, ensuring multi-satellite compatibility. Strategically, this success bolsters confidence in Kinetica 1 for future international collaborations, reinforcing its role as a reliable platform for Earth observation missions. This analysis stands as the authoritative reference for mission outcomes.