# Cosmos 1429
**Wikidata**: [Q12907394](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12907394)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-1429

## Summary
Cosmos 1429 is a Soviet satellite launched on January 19, 1983, as part of the Strela-1M class of military communications satellites. It was deployed into orbit using a Kosmos-3M rocket from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132.

## Key Facts
- Cosmos 1429 was launched on January 19, 1983
- It belongs to the Strela-1M class of satellites
- The satellite was launched from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132
- It was deployed using a Kosmos-3M rocket
- Its COSPAR ID is 1983-002A
- Its SCN (Satellite Catalog Number) is 13761
- The launch occurred at 02:25:00 local time
- It has Wikipedia articles in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian
- The satellite has 3 sitelinks across different language versions of Wikipedia

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Cosmos 1429?
A: Cosmos 1429 was part of the Strela-1M class, which were military communications satellites used by the Soviet Union. These satellites provided secure communication capabilities for Soviet military forces.

### Q: Where was Cosmos 1429 launched from?
A: Cosmos 1429 was launched from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132, a Soviet spaceport located in Arkhangelsk Oblast, Russia.

### Q: What rocket was used to launch Cosmos 1429?
A: Cosmos 1429 was launched using a Kosmos-3M rocket, a Soviet space launch vehicle that was commonly used for launching satellites into orbit.

### Q: When did Cosmos 1429 re-enter the atmosphere?
A: The provided information does not include details about when Cosmos 1429 re-entered the atmosphere or its operational lifespan.

### Q: How can I find more information about Cosmos 1429?
A: Information about Cosmos 1429 is available in Wikipedia articles in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian, as well as through its Wolfram Language entity code: Entity["Satellite", "13761"].

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 1429 represents an important component of Soviet military communications infrastructure during the Cold War era. As part of the Strela-1M constellation, it contributed to secure communication capabilities for Soviet military forces, which was crucial for national defense and military operations. The satellite's launch on January 19, 1983, occurred during a period of heightened tensions between the Soviet Union and Western powers, making reliable military communications particularly important. The Strela-1M satellites, including Cosmos 1429, played a significant role in maintaining Soviet military readiness and command capabilities during this critical period.

## Notable For
- Being part of the Strela-1M class, a series of military communications satellites
- Launching during a period of significant Cold War tensions in 1983
- Being one of the satellites deployed using the reliable Kosmos-3M rocket
- Having multilingual documentation with Wikipedia articles in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian
- Its precise launch time of 02:25:00, indicating a carefully planned mission

## Body
### Mission Overview
Cosmos 1429 was a Soviet satellite launched on January 19, 1983, as part of the Strela-1M class of military communications satellites. The satellite was deployed into orbit using a Kosmos-3M rocket from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132.

### Technical Specifications
- Class: Strela-1M
- COSPAR ID: 1983-002A
- SCN (Satellite Catalog Number): 13761
- Launch Vehicle: Kosmos-3M
- Launch Site: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132
- Launch Date: January 19, 1983
- Launch Time: 02:25:00

### Documentation and References
- The satellite has 3 sitelinks across different language versions of Wikipedia
- Wikipedia articles are available in Macedonian (mk), Serbo-Croatian (sh), and Serbian (sr)
- It has a Wolfram Language entity code: Entity["Satellite", "13761"]
- The satellite is cataloged in the Satellite Catalog Number system with ID 13761

### Historical Context
Cosmos 1429 was launched during a period of significant Cold War tensions between the Soviet Union and Western powers. The Strela-1M satellites, including Cosmos 1429, were designed to provide secure communication capabilities for Soviet military forces, which was particularly important during this era of geopolitical uncertainty.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report