Arianespace’s Ariane 5 orbits Galaxy 30, MEV-2 and BSAT-4b Flight VA253: Ariane 5 lifts off from the Spaceport Flight VA253: Countdown on hold due to weather Flight VA253 is delayed due to weather conditions at the Spaceport Ariane 5 is given the go-ahead for launch on August 14 with a triple satellite payload August 14 is the new targeted launch date for Flight VA253 Update for Flight VA253 Delay of Flight VA253 with Ariane 5 Ariane 5 is in the launch zone for Arianespace’s July 31 mission with three passengers Launch readiness confirmed: Approval is given for Arianespace’s Ariane 5 flight on July 31