ISRO to Launch US Communications Satellite Bluebird

ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) is set to launch the US communications satellite, Bluebird.

• Significance: This marks a significant milestone as it will be the first time an American company launches a large and advanced communications satellite using an Indian rocket.
• Satellite Details:

• Bluebird: Developed by AST SpaceMobile, it aims to revolutionize mobile communication by enabling direct voice calls from space using regular smartphones.
• Massive Antenna: Features a large 64 square-meter antenna, roughly half the size of a football field.
• Weight: Weighs around 6,000 kg.

• Launch Details:

• Rocket: ISRO’s Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) will be used.
• Timing: Expected to occur in February or March 2025.
• Launch Site: Sriharikota, India.