Türkiye Advances Space Ambitions with Fifth Fergani Test Satellite Launch
🚀 Türkiye Advances Space Ambitions with Fifth Fergani Test Satellite Launch
Türkiye has taken another step forward in its space program with the successful launch of the FGN-100-D3 test satellite developed by Fergani Space, a company founded by Selçuk Bayraktar.
The satellite was launched aboard a SpaceX rocket and reached its designated orbit just 66 minutes after liftoff.
Key technical details
- Orbital altitude: 500–520 km
- Weight: 113 kg
- Equipped with advanced communication and navigation systems
The mission was closely monitored from the Özdemir Bayraktar National Technology Center, highlighting the growing role of domestic technological infrastructure in Türkiye’s space initiatives.
Selçuk Bayraktar commented on the milestone:
“Work beyond the horizon continues. The goal is a global positioning system — Ulug Bek.”
This launch marks the fifth test satellite in Fergani Space’s development program and reflects Türkiye’s steady progress toward building an independent national space and navigation infrastructure. 🚀 Fifth test satellite · Path to independent navigation system
