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Iran launched in orbit its first domestic satellite, the "Omid"

Tehran, Iran - By the rocket Safir-2

Iran carried into orbit its first domestically-produced satellite on Tuesday. The research satellite named "Omid" (Hope), which contains communications and digital equipment, was carried into orbit by a home-made launch vehicle, Safir-2 (Messenger-2). The launch was planned to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. The Iranian satellite is due to orbit for up to three...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1099319
Rome, Italy, 02/03/2009 14:04
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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