Official announcements from Turkey's Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure or Türksat

Turkey's First Domestically Developed Türksat 6A Satellite to Launch in Q1 2025 After Successful Orbital Tests

Dec 8, 2024, 01:40 PM

Turkey's first domestically developed communication satellite, Türksat 6A, has successfully completed its orbital tests, according to Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu. The satellite is set to be operational in the first quarter of 2025. Uraloğlu emphasized that the successful testing of Türksat 6A represents a significant advancement for Turkey in the space race. The satellite's development has been a key project for the country, showcasing its capabilities in space technology. Uraloğlu's statements were supported by various media outlets, confirming the satellite's expected launch timeline.