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Venezuela: from November 1st satellite "Simon Bolivar" into orbit

Caracas, Venezuela - "A success" for the Country

On November 1st "Simon Bolivar" satellite will be launched into orbit. But such date is subject to changes, depending on weather conditions. The satellite, that will be launched from a Chinese base, is part of a project funded by China for 241 million Dollars. As Nuris Orihuela, Venezuela Minister for Science and Technology explained, such project is "A success" in a Country where the majority...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1095663
Rome, Italy, 10/23/2008 17:42
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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