TÜRKSAT 6A Communications Mission

TÜRKSAT 6A provides geostationary communications services while establishing operational heritage for Türkiye’s domestically developed satellite platform, equipment and flight software. Development was led by TÜBİTAK UZAY with TUSAŞ, ASELSAN and CTech, and Türksat is the satellite operator. The mission launched in July 2024, completed an initial test phase at 50° East and transferred to its final 42° East slot in December. Service commissioning followed on April 21, 2025. TStar-GO software supported spacecraft management, orbital manoeuvres and mission planning. Communications coverage and in-orbit technology validation are continuing activities distinct from the completed Falcon 9 launch.