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Türksat 6A
July 8
Türksat 6A Launch Summary
Launch Vehicle: Falcon 9 Block 5 (developed by SpaceX)
Satellite: Türksat 6A (developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries)
Launch Status: Go For Launch
Launch Date: Monday, July 8th, 2024
Launch Time: 5:20 PM EDT
Mission Details:
- Türksat 6A is Turkey’s first domestically produced communications satellite.
- This launch marks a significant milestone in Turkey’s space program.
- The satellite will provide communication services to Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and most of Asia.
Additional Information:
- Türksat 6A will be placed in a geosynchronous orbit at 42° East with an expected lifespan of at least 15 years.