SpaceXscheduled
Falcon 9 Block 5 | EchoStar 25
Communications
Mar7
7:00 PM ET
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Countdown
T-11d 00:56:20
Unknown Pad
Launch ConfidenceGO
93%
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Mission
EchoStar 25 is a direct broadcast satellite, built on the proven Maxar 1300 series platform, which will deliver content across North America. It will be equipped with a high-power, multi-spot beam payload, allowing DISH to provide high-quality content to its customers.
Lighting Conditions
Nighttime
Sun -8° W
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