List of Proton launches (2010–2019)
This is a list of all launches of the Proton rocket family that occurred between January 1, 2010, and December 31, 2019. The Proton rocket, developed by the Soviet Union and later manufactured by Russia's Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center, is a heavy-lift expendable launch vehicle. It is primarily used to launch satellites into geostationary orbit (GEO) and other high-energy orbits.
This list includes the launch date, the launch site, the rocket variant used, the payload(s) carried, and the outcome of the launch (success or failure). Launch outcomes are generally classified as success when the payload reaches its intended orbit. Partial failures, where the payload is deployed but not into the planned orbit, are noted where applicable.
The Proton rocket has a long history of launches, dating back to the 1960s. This particular time period represents a significant portion of its operational lifespan and includes both successful missions and notable anomalies. The Proton-M variant was the most frequently used version during this period, with various upgrades and modifications implemented over time. Commercial launches were often conducted under the auspices of International Launch Services (ILS).
The data presented is compiled from publicly available sources, including official launch announcements, space agency reports, and reputable spaceflight news outlets. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, launch details can sometimes be subject to change or conflicting information.
Key:
- Launch Date: Date of the launch (YYYY-MM-DD).
- Launch Site: Location from which the rocket was launched (e.g., Baikonur Cosmodrome, Plesetsk Cosmodrome).
- Rocket Variant: Specific version of the Proton rocket used (e.g., Proton-M/Briz-M).
- Payload(s): Name(s) of the satellite(s) or other payloads launched.
- Outcome: Result of the launch (Success, Failure, Partial Failure).
(A detailed table of launches would follow here in an actual wiki entry. It would be a multi-column table listing the data as described above for each launch occurring between 2010 and 2019.)
Note: This list is not exhaustive and may be updated as new information becomes available.