NSSA confirms successful reception of first signal from Al Munther satellite

Manama, Mar. 15 (BNA): The National Space Science Agency (NSSA) has confirmed the successful deployment and operation of Bahrain’s Al Munther satellite in orbit. The satellite has fully activated its solar panels and sensors and has successfully transmitted its first signal to ground stations, verifying its operational status.

Al Munther was launched earlier today, March 15, 2025, aboard a Falcon 9 rocket developed by SpaceX.

The Falcon 9 is one of the most frequently launched rockets, known for its reusable design that reduces the cost of space access. It is a two-stage, partially reusable launch vehicle measuring 70 meters in height and 3.7 meters in diameter. The rocket has a maximum payload capacity of 22,800 kilograms to low Earth orbit (LEO) and 8,300 kilograms to geostationary transfer orbit (GTO). It is powered by RP-1 kerosene and liquid oxygen (LOX) fuel.