EXPRESS MD1

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EXPRESS MD1 is classified as:

Geostationary

NORAD ID: 33596

Int'l Code: 2009-007B

Launch date: February 11, 2009
Source: Commonwealth of Independent States (former USSR) (CIS)
Launch site: TYURATAM MISSILE AND SPACE COMPLEX (TTMTR)

Express MD1 is the first member of a new series of smaller communications satellites to be launched for RSCC. The 2,513-pound [1,140-kg] satellite will be positioned in geostationary orbit at 80 degrees east longitude to increase communications capacity at that location, according to Khrunichev. The satellite's eight C-band and one L-band transponder will provide secure communications for senior government leaders, digital broadcasting services and Internet access for other customers.

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2 33596  10.3815  51.7817 0008470 353.8694 205.5675  0.99112877 63971

Source of the keplerian elements: AFSPC