Transfer encapsulated satellite from Payload Processing Facility to Assembly and Command Ship


September 28 - Payload Unit, containing Thuraya Satellite, rolls out of Payload Processing Facility for transfer to the Sea Launch Commander, where it is mated with the upper stage - the Block DM - of the Zenit-3SL launch vehicle.

Payload Unit is lined up for transfer to the Sea Launch Commander (at right). The Odyssey Launch Platform can be seen moored behind the Sea Launch Commander.
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