sep 19, 1988 - Ofek-1
Description:
Israel launched Ofek-1, its first satellite, aboard the domestically developed Shavit rocket. The achievement made Israel the eighth country capable of independently building and launching a satellite into orbit. The Ofek program helped establish Israel as a major space and aerospace power, contributing to later advances in satellites, remote sensing, missile technology, communications, and space-based intelligence.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 19, 1988
Now
~ 38 years ago