The Paksat-MM1 is Pakistan's second communication satellite, which was launched on 30 May 2024.[1][2] This mission was a joint effort of the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) and the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.[3] The satellite was launched from China's Xichang Satellite Launch Centre.[4]
Mission type | Communications |
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Operator | SUPARCO |
Mission duration | 15 years (planned) |
Spacecraft properties | |
Spacecraft | Paksat-MM1R |
Spacecraft type | Communication satellite |
Manufacturer | China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation |
Start of mission | |
Launch date | 30 May 2024 |
Launch site | Xichang Satellite Launch Centre, China |
Entered service | August 2024 (expected) |
Transponders | |
Band | C, Ku, Ka and L Bands |
References
edit- ^ "PAKSAT MM-1: Pakistan set to launch second satellite into space". 29 May 2024.
- ^ "Pakistan's second communication satellite PAKSAT MM-1 launched into space". 30 May 2024.
- ^ "Suparco to launch satellite mission 'PAKSAT MM1' on 30th". 27 May 2024.
- ^ "Pakistan launches another modern communication satellite into space".