Satellite News

O3b Networks Limited has signed a contract with Arianespace for the launch of O3b Network’s satellite constellation.

The flight of Arianespace’s initial Ariane 5 in 2010 has been postponed to allow for certain additional verifications on the launch vehicle.

The launch of the Prisma satellites aboard a Dnepr rocket has been further delayed, Swedish Space Corporation said.

The two satellites for Arianespace’s second Ariane 5 flight of 2010 have begun their checkout at the Spaceport – which currently is hosting two parallel missions.
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