FORMOSAT-2

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FORMOSAT-2 (formerly known as ROCSAT-2) is an Earth observation satellite operated by the National Space Organization (NSPO) of the Republic of China (Taiwan). It is a high-resolution photographic surveillance satellite with a daily revisit capability.[1] Images are commercially available from Spot Image.

[edit] Launch

FORMOSAT-2 was launched 2004-05-19 from Vandenberg Air Force Base aboard a Taurus XL rocket.[2]

[edit] References

  1. ^ FORMOSAT-2 images. Spot Image.
  2. ^ Rocsat 2 - NSSDC ID: 2004-018A. NASA.
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