Name: Galaxy 18 — Zenit 3SL
Start: 2008-05-21T09:43:59Z
End: 2008-05-21T09:43:59Z
Location: Launch Platform Odyssey

Question 1

What rocket is launching Galaxy 18?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy 18 is launching on the Zenit 3SL.

Question 2

Who is launching Galaxy 18?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy 18 is being launched by Sea Launch, a commercial launch provider.

Question 3

Where is Galaxy 18 launching from?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy 18 is launching from Launch Platform Odyssey at Sea Launch.

Question 4

What orbit is Galaxy 18 heading to?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy 18 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 Galaxy 18 mission?

Accepted Answer

American geostationary communications satellite

Galaxy 18

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