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SpaceX Successfully Launches Koreasat-6A Communications Satellite into Orbit.

Science and Technology | Dated: 16 Nov 2024

On 11 November 2024, SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corporation) successfully launched Koreasat-6A, a South Korean communication satellite, onboard the Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center (KSC), Cape Canaveral, Florida, The United States of America (USA).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The satellite was launched for KT SAT Corporation Limited (South Korea's national satellite operator).
  • - It was deployed into geosynchronous transfer orbit about 35 minutes after liftoff.
  • - This marks the 23rd flight of the Falcon 9 first-stage booster.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) This launch marks the 107th successful mission for SpaceX this year and the 364th successful booster landing across all Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy missions.
  • (ii) The launch of the Koreasat-6A satellite is part of KT SAT's strategy to enhance its satellite infrastructure, including its shift towards multi-orbit satellite capabilities.
  • (iii) Koreasat 6A was developed by France-based Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture (JV) between French company Thales Group (67%) and the Italian defense company Leonardo (33%).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, which company successfully launched the Koreasat-6A communications satellite into orbit?

Correct Answer: SpaceX

🚀 Quick Recap:

About SpaceX

  • CEO: Elon Musk
  • Headquarters: California