SPACE.com -- Russia Launches Military Satellite

The 286th Proton rocket sits on its Baikonur Cosmodrome launch pad before a May 14, 2001 liftoff.
Click to enlarge.

A Russian Proton rocket lifts off carrying the PAS-10 satellite from the Baikonur Cosmodrome on May 14, 2001.
Click to enlarge.


	Russia Launches Military Satellite By Interfax News Service posted: 08:00 am ET 08 October 2001

0
Variables.LeftHalf Variables.RightHalf

	Meet the HP ProLiant DL385 G5 The best-selling server of its kind boasts a suite of management tools that will help you reconnect with your business

	Science. Technology. Sustainability. Visit the new Innovation Channel on LiveScience.com.

	Orion Telescopes & Binoculars Let us magnify your stargazing experience!

	Starry Night Software Check out our award-winning universe simulator!

	FREE Starry Night Widgets Get awesome cosmic power in friendly applet form!

	Like Sci Fi? You’ll Love Newsarama Reviews & previews of your favorite movies and TV shows.

	Don't toss it, Recycle it! Find local recycling centers now

	BP Beyond Petroleum