After the independence of Algeria, France had to look for a new
location to launch their rockets. Korou was chosen and a major space station
was built. First by the French, later together with European partner countries.
Today three programs are based there. Vega (small size), Soyuz (mid size) and
Ariane 5 (large size).
Due to the proximity to the equator, the Soyuz rocket can carry twice the payload out of Korou compared to its base in Kazakhstan.
Due to the proximity to the equator, the Soyuz rocket can carry twice the payload out of Korou compared to its base in Kazakhstan.
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| Korou, French Guiana |
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