Name: NSS 8 — Zenit 3SL
Start: 2007-01-30T23:22:00Z
End: 2007-01-30T23:22:00Z
Location: Launch Platform Odyssey

Question 1

What rocket is launching NSS 8?

Accepted Answer

NSS 8 is launching on the Zenit 3SL.

Question 2

Who is launching NSS 8?

Accepted Answer

NSS 8 is being launched by Sea Launch, a commercial launch provider.

Question 3

Where is NSS 8 launching from?

Accepted Answer

NSS 8 is launching from Launch Platform Odyssey at Sea Launch.

Question 4

What orbit is NSS 8 heading to?

Accepted Answer

NSS 8 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 NSS 8 mission?

Accepted Answer

Dutch geostationary communications satellite

NSS 8

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