PSLV XL | IRNSS-1I

Name: PSLV XL | IRNSS-1I
Start: 2018-04-11T22:34:00Z
Location: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India

This is a replacement satellite for the IRNSS-1H of the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System. The constellation will provide India with an alternative to GPS and will be used for military and civilian use. Located at a geosynchronous orbit, the system will be operated by the Indian government.

Mission Details

Launch date: April 11, 2018 at 10:34 PM UTC
Launch vehicle: PSLV-XL
Operator: Indian Space Research Organization
Launch site: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India
Mission type: Navigation