Name: Echostar XI — Zenit 3SL
Start: 2008-07-16T05:20:59Z
End: 2008-07-16T05:20:59Z
Location: Launch Platform Odyssey

Question 1

What rocket is launching Echostar XI?

Accepted Answer

Echostar XI is launching on the Zenit 3SL.

Question 2

Who is launching Echostar XI?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Echostar XI launching from?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

What orbit is Echostar XI heading to?

Accepted Answer

Echostar XI 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 XI mission?

Accepted Answer

American geostationary direct broadcasting satellite

Echostar XI

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