Imam Khomeini Spaceport (Semnan)
2009 to present
Site Details
- Country: Iran
- Operator: ISA and military space forces
- Type: Government
Overview
The Iranian launch complex launched the Omid satellite in February 2009, making Iran the ninth country to orbit its own satellite. Simorgh and newer launchers lift from desert pads amid a sprawling complex that also serves missile programs.
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