Israel MOD, IAI Release Ofek 16 Satellite Images Over Syria
#Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) and Israel Aerospace Industries (#IAI) release images taken by new Ofek 16 electro-optical reconnaissance satellite over #Syria. #Ofek16
The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) released images taken by the new Ofek 16 electro-optical reconnaissance satellite over Syria.
The satellite images were taken recently and show the ‘Tadmor’ world heritage site, ancient ruins and the renowned Roman theater.
Defense Minister, Benny Gantz: “The State of Israel knows how to defend against its enemies both…
An image of the Palmyra World Heritage Site in Syria, taken by Israeli surveillance satellite Ofek 16. Photo: Israeli Ministry of Defense.
Israel’s Defense Ministry and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) released on Tuesday the first images taken from space by the new Ofek 16 surveillance satellite.
Launched in early July, Ofek 16 is Israel’s most advanced surveillance satellite, specifically designed to capture the highest-quality images possible. It was developed by the Defense Ministry, IAI and Elbit Systems.
The images published on Tuesday were of the Palmyra World Heritage Site in Syria, showing ancient Roman-era ruins, including an amphitheater. The site was badly damaged by the Islamic State terrorist group several years ago.
Engineering teams of MoD & IAI are preparing the Ofek 16 satellite for operational use. For the 1st time, we are releasing images taken by the satellite in recent days. Taken over Syria, they show the ‘Tadmor’ world heritage site, ancient ruins and the renowned Roman theater. pic.twitter.com/VsbVdXzSFw
— Ministry of Defense (@Israel_MOD) August 25, 2020
Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz commented, “Israel knows how to act against its enemies near and far, and protect its citizens anywhere and everywhere. The technological means we develop at the Ministry of Defense and in the industry are an effective and significant tool in maintaining the security of the state.”
“We will continue to act in order to further Israel’s technological advantage,” he added.
אופק 16 בפעולה.
בתמונה: תדמור, סוריה.
נמשיך לקדם את היתרון הטכנולוגי שלנו, כחלק בלתי נפרד מהתמודדות עם האתגרים הניצבים בפני מדינת ישראל. pic.twitter.com/2xBRMOQQ0G
— בני גנץ – Benny Gantz (@gantzbe) August 25, 2020
Israel Receives First Images from Ofek 16 Spy Satellite
#Israel receives first images from #Ofek16 spy satellite.
The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMoD) and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) have received the first images from the Ofek 16 spy satellite, IAI said in a statement.
The milestone came one week following the successful launch of the Ofek 16 satellite into orbit.
The satellite’s observation camera was operated for the first time by the engineering teams of the Space Administration in the Directorate…
Satellite, launched last week, is expected to monitor threats facing Israel
A week after Israel launched the Ofek 16 reconnaissance satellite into space, the first high-quality pictures have been received at an Israel Aerospace Industries’ (IAI) control station in Yehud, Israel’s Defense Ministry announced Tuesday.
Since the satellite launch early Monday morning from Palmahim airbase in central Israel, teams from IAI and the Defense Ministry have carried out a series of tests on the satellite’s systems and subsystems that have been gradually and successfully activated.
Upon completion of the process, the satellite’s camera was also activated successfully.In the coming weeks engineering teams will complete “the rigorous testing process” and prepare the satellite for operational use, the ministry said.Head of the Space and Satellite Administration in Israel’s Defense Ministry, Amnon Harari said it was “the most significant milestones since the launch. The images we received from the satellite are of excellent quality.”
The Ofek 16 carries Elbit’s electro-optic, high-resolution camera which can photograph 15sq.km. with each shot at a resolution of 50 cm. from an altitude of 600 km. Harari added that engineers will continue with the process of transferring the satellite to operational use, “anticipating that over the years, the system will provide great intelligence to the defense establishment.”
Israel’s New Spy Satellite Sends First Top Secret Pictures
Israel’s New Spy Satellite Sends First Top Secret Pictures
Launched last week, Ofek 16 helps Israel keep an eye on archenemy Iran, among other regional threats.
One week after the successful launch of Israel’s Ofek 16 spy satellite into orbit, the Ministry of Defense said Tuesday it turned on its super-sensitive observation camera and the first pictures were downloaded.
“This is the most significant milestone since the launch … the images we received…
New Israeli spy satellite set to provide powerful intelligence edge over adversaries
New Israeli spy satellite set to provide powerful intelligence edge over adversaries
The “Ofek 16” satellite, launched by the Ministry of Defense and Israel Aerospace Industries, will significantly upgrade Israel’s ability to monitor
the activities of the Iranian-Shi’ite axis throughout the Middle East.
The “Ofek 16” spy satellite launched from central Israel at 4 a.m. on Monday morning is due to significantly upgrade Israel’s ability to monitor the dangerous activities of its…
Israel successfully launches new spy satellite into orbit
Israel successfully launches new spy satellite into orbit
“Ofek 16” reconnaissance satellite undergoing testing before becoming fully operational • Defense minister hails “extraordinary achievement.”
(July 6, 2020 / Israel Hayom) Israel launched a spy satellite into orbit on Monday morning, the Israeli Defense Ministry and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) said in a joint statement.
“The Space Administration in the Directorate of Defense Research and…
