India's GSLV Mk-III Rocket Launches OneWeb Communications Satellites | ISRO
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launch vehicle (LVM3-M3) successfully launched 36 OneWeb satellites (OneWeb India-2 mission) from the Second Launch Pad (SLP) of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota, India, on March 26, 2023, at 03:30 UTC (09:00 local time). In its 6th consecutive successful flight, the LVM3 carried 5,805 kg of payload to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
OneWeb statement: "This mission marks OneWeb’s second satellite deployment from India, highlighting the strong partnership with NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) and ISRO and OneWeb’s commitment to provide connectivity across the length and breadth of India. Once activated, OneWeb’s coverage solutions will bring secured connectivity to enterprises, towns, villages, municipalities and schools, including the most remote areas across the country."
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Credit: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Acknowledgement: SciNews
Release Date: March 26, 2023
Duration: 5 minutes, 33 seconds
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