[dswoody1]

June 16 Proton • EchoStar 8
Launch window: TBA
Launch site: Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan

An ILS Proton K will launch the EchoStar 8 direct-to-home television broadcasting satellite. The Space Systems/Loral-built craft will beam programming to subscribers of EchoStar's DISH Newtork

http://www.spaceflightnow.com/tracking/index.html

 

[John Corn]

Cool, doesn't appear the tragedy that happened in Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan will have any bearing on delaying the launch.

 

[HTguy]

The Cosmodrome is a gigantic complex. The accident occured in an entirely different area. Still, I was worried there might be a delay due to cleanup & new inspections, etc.

 

[MarkA]

Cool! Hopefully THIS will improve picture quality!

 

[invaliduser88]

Nah, we need more religious and shopping channels!
:thats:

 

[Steve Mehs]

Alright :righton:
I cant wait until its operational. Better PQ, at last!