Science & Exploration
Venus Express and Soyuz-Fregat moved to upright position
The fully integrated Soyuz-Fregat launcher carrying Venus Express, ESA's first probe to Venus, begins to be erected hydraulically to the upright position on the Transport and Erector Wagon, at Baikonur, Kazakhstan.
Soyuz/Fregat on the launch pad
Venus Express roll-out, early morning, 5 November 2005
Vehicle carrying Venus Express probe- Roll out
Vehicle carrying Venus Express probe- Roll out
