Proton M space rocket with TurkSat 4A satellite reached Baikonur launching site

BAIKONYR. KAZINFORM Proton M space rocket with the Breeze-M upper stage intended for injection of TurkSat 4A communications satellite has reached launching site 81 at the Baikonur Space Centre for lift-off on February 15.
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Last week, the fully fueled Turksat spacecraft completed its pre-launch processing flow, being configured for flight and undergoing final inspections before being attached to the Breeze-M Upper Stage. The Turksat 4A spacecraft is a commercial communications satellite built by Mitsubishi Electric (MELCO) for operation by Turksat AS. The Turkish Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications Minister is expected to arrive there to watch the stunning launch, Roscosmos reports.

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