Name: Echostar X — Zenit 3SL
Start: 2006-02-15T23:34:55Z
End: 2006-02-15T23:34:55Z
Location: Launch Platform Odyssey

Question 1

What rocket is launching Echostar X?

Accepted Answer

Echostar X is launching on the Zenit 3SL.

Question 2

Who is launching Echostar X?

Accepted Answer

Echostar X is being launched by Sea Launch, a commercial launch provider.

Question 3

Where is Echostar X launching from?

Accepted Answer

Echostar X is launching from Launch Platform Odyssey at Sea Launch.

Question 4

What orbit is Echostar X heading to?

Accepted Answer

Echostar X is heading to Geostationary Orbit (Direct-GEO).

Question 5

Is the Zenit 3SL reusable?

Accepted Answer

No — the Zenit 3SL is an expendable launch vehicle.

Question 6

How many times has the Zenit 3SL flown?

Accepted Answer

The Zenit 3SL has launched 36 times to date, with 33 successful flights.

Question 7

What is the Echostar X mission?

Accepted Answer

EchoStar X, also known as EchoStar 10, is an American geostationary communications satellite which is operated by EchoStar on behalf of Dish Network.

Echostar X

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