US EditionIsraeli Dror-1 Satellite Achieves Orbit, Begins Operations
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Israeli Dror-1 satellite achieves orbit, begins operations
Israeli communications satellite Dror-1 has reached its designated altitude of 36,000 kilometers (~22,370 miles) and commenced its operational mission in space, the state-owned Israel Aerospace Industries announced on Monday. Upon achieving its planned trajectory, the satellite transmitted telemetry confirming the deployment of the solar panels and the communication antennas, and the activation of its main engine, which positioned the satellite …
About a month after its launch, the national satellite entered its orbit and began its mission • First images it sent indicate proper deployment of its various systems • CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries: "A significant milestone in Israel's journey to independence in space"
Israel Aerospace Industries’ Dror 1 satellite reaches final orbit and begins operational mission
Boaz Levy, IAI’s President and CEO, said: “The telemetry received from Israel’s national communications satellite Dror 1 confirms its full functionality and successful entry into orbit, marking another major milestone in Israel’s journey to space independence. Guided by a deep sense of responsibility for the State of Israel’s strategic decision, IAI is proud to lead the nation’s space endeavours and provide it with sovereign capabilities in spac…
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