ISRO successfully puts GSAT-7A into orbit |
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said its geosynchronous launch vehicle successfully placed the country`s latest advanced satellite into orbit. The GSLV-F11, carrying the GSAT-7A, lifted off at 4.10 pm from the second launch pad at Sriharikota, situated about 110 km from Chennai. Weighing 2,250kg, the GSAT-7A satellite is expected to bolster the communication systems of the Indian Air Force. The mission life of the GSAT-7A is eight years. It will provide communication in Ku-band over the Indian region. Nearly 19 minutes after lift-off, the GSLV-F11 injected GSAT-7A into the intended orbit. It will be placed in its final geostationary orbit using the onboard propulsion systems. According to the ISRO, the satellite would take a few days after separation from the launcher to reach its orbital slot.
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