TURKSAT 6A officially starts operations with wider coverage area

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TURKSAT 6A officially starts operations with wider coverage area

Türkiye has taken a major leap in its space journey after commissioning TURKSAT6A - the country’s first domestically produced communication satellite. Launched into orbit last year, it has now officially entered service, marking a turning point for Türkiye’s space industry and technological independence. Asli Atbas reports from Ankara.

April 21, 2025