Follow the launch at the Cité de l'Espace in Toulouse
On Tuesday, July 9, the Space City in Toulouse will broadcast live the launch of the Ariane 6 rocket from the Guiana Space Centre. This free event, open to the public upon prior registration, will start at 7 p.m.
On Tuesday, July 9, the Space City of Toulouse will broadcast live the launch of the Ariane 6 rocket from the Guiana Space Centre. This exceptional event, open to the public upon prior registration, will start at 7 p.m.
Ariane 6 launch coming soon
Ariane 6, the successor to Ariane 5, is a new milestone in European space autonomy. After 15 years of research and development, this new rocket is now capable of putting different types of satellites into orbit. “It’s not every day that we see a new rocket launch into space. I’m very proud of everyone who has worked so hard to make this flight possible and to ensure Europe’s access to space,” said Toni Tolker Nielsen, ESA’s Director of Space Transport.
He continues: Ariane 6 is a good example of European cooperation and technological prowess. This is a launcher that meets Europe’s needs. With the next launch planned for the end of the year, I am convinced that Ariane 6 will soon reach a regular launch rate for all types of satellites, applications and exploration missions, for the benefit of Europe and humanity.
Live broadcast at City of Space
Thus, the Cité de l'espace will open its gardens and exhibitions, updated for the occasion, free of charge. The live broadcast of the launch will be accompanied by commentaries from space experts. Among them are Lionel Suchet, Caroline Laurent and Philippe Curot from the French National Centre for Space Studies, as well as Benoit Bovary from the European Space Agency, who will provide their insights into the history of the project and the challenges of the mission.
To participate, you need to know several things. First of all, the event is free, but it requires prior registration. On-lineFurthermore, Cité de l'espace reserves the right to modify timetables depending on weather and technical conditions.