July 2027
Expected launch

The satellites are scheduled to be launched into orbit in July 2027.

March 2026 - March 2027
Flight Model Integration and Testing

Assembly and testing of the Flight Models (FM) of both satellites. 

May 2026
Presentation of VZLUGEM at 4S Symposium

Presentation of VZLUGEM mission – 6U CubeSat Mission for Demonstration of Rendezvous and Proximity Operation at 4S Symposium in Italy.

January 2026
Testing and Flight Procedures Preparation

Testing of the Engineering Model (EM) and validation of flight procedures for the mission.

September 2025 - December 2025
Engineering Model Assembly

Engineering Model (EM) assembly and integration. 

2025
Designd and Development

Design and Development phase, Spacecraft Assembly.

October 2024
Mission Presentation

The mission was presented to the public at Czech Space Week and at a press conference. Read more