Israel Successfully Launches ‘Ofek 13’ Satellite into Space

Once the satellite enters into orbit, it will undergo a series of tests to ensure its propriety and performance levels.

By Ben Rappaport, United with Israel

The Israeli MInistry of Defense’s Space and Satellite Administration in the Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D), the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) on Wednesday morning successfully launched the “Ofek 13” satellite into space.

The launch took place at a test site in central Israel using a “Shavit” launcher.

The “Ofek 13” satellite is a SAR observation satellite with advanced capabilities. Once the satellite enters into orbit, it will undergo a series of tests to ensure its propriety and performance levels.

The Defense Ministry’s Space and Satellite Administration has led the development and production of the satellite and its launcher. The development process also included the IDF’s 9900 Intelligence Unit and the Israeli Air Force.

The Space & Missile Division in IAI is the prime contractor for the program alongside with ELTA, an IAI subsidiary, and other divisions in the company.

The launch engines were developed by Rafael Advanced Systems and Tomer, a government-owned company.

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