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Zenit | Galaxy 16
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Jun 18, 2006 at 07:50 UTC
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MISSION OVERVIEW
Galaxy 16 is a C- and Ku-band satellite with 24 C-band and 24 Ku-band transponders. The spacecraft is a version of SS/L’s space-proven SSL-1300 satellite platform, which has an excellent record of reliable operation. The geostationary SSL-1300 has a designed service life of 15 years and maintains station-keeping and orbital stability by using bipropellant propulsion and momentum-bias systems.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Zenit
AGENCY
Sea LaunchMISSION
Galaxy 16
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Launch Platform Odyssey
LAUNCH SITE
Sea LaunchCOUNTRY
RUS
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: fad1e0d5-9b97-421c-81dc-69a92e50062a
Reported date: Jun 18, 2006 at 07:50 UTC
Last synced: 2 minutes ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE
MANUFACTURER
Sea Launch
VARIANT
3SL
FLIGHTS
36
SUCCESSES
33
SUCCESS RATE
91.7%
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Zenit | Galaxy 16 launch?
The Zenit | Galaxy 16 is scheduled for Sunday, June 18, 2006 at 7:50 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for Galaxy 16?
The Zenit | Galaxy 16 mission uses the Zenit rocket, manufactured by Sea Launch. The Zenit has flown 36 times with a 91.7% success rate.
Where is the Zenit | Galaxy 16 launching from?
The launch takes place from Launch Platform Odyssey at Sea Launch.
What orbit is Galaxy 16 going to?
The Galaxy 16 mission is targeting Geostationary Orbit.
Who is launching Galaxy 16?
The Zenit | Galaxy 16 is operated by Sea Launch.
Can I watch the Zenit | Galaxy 16 launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch date set: Jun 18, 2006 at 07:50 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Sea Launch
Mar 29, 2026 00:04 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 2 minutes ago
●Launch Library 22 minutes ago
Launch ID: fad1e0d5-9b97-421c-81dc-69a92e50062a
●Open-Meteo Weather3 days ago
Pad weather at 0, -154
Mission Profile
Galaxy 16 was a Zenit 3SL mission operated by Sea Launch that lifted off from Launch Platform Odyssey, Sea Launch on June 18, 2006. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Geostationary Orbit. The launch was a success.