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OTS Secretary General Congratulates the Successful Launch of National Satellite Fergani FGN-100-d1
OTS Secretary General Congratulates the Successful Launch of National Satellite Fergani FGN-100-d1
Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), Ambassador Kubanychbek Omuraliev, issued a congratulatory message following the successful launch and orbital placement of Türkiye’s largest satellite, FGN-100-d1, which was nationally developed by Fergani Space and manufactured by a private company.
In his message, Omuraliev stated, "I proudly celebrate the launch of Fergani Space’s first satellite, FGN-100-d1, into space. This achievement, led by Baykar Chairman Selçuk Bayraktar, once again showcases the creativity and determination of the Turkic world."
He expressed his happiness in witnessing the realization of the vision Bayraktar shared with the "bright young minds" of the Turkic world during the OTS Youth Platform event held in Bukhara. Omuraliev emphasized, "This success, rooted in a long-nurtured dream, is a great source of pride and joy for the entire Turkic world."
Omuraliev highlighted that the project pays homage to the legacy of scholars like Fergani and Ulugh Beg, reviving the shared scientific heritage to inspire future generations while demonstrating the growing capacity of the Turkic world in global space exploration.
A Message of Cooperation in Space Technologies
Pointing out that this milestone also marks a significant step in enhancing cooperation among OTS member states in space technologies, Omuraliev reaffirmed the OTS Secretariat’s "unwavering commitment" to advancing collaboration in this field.
He underscored the aim of establishing a platform for sharing expertise, experience, and technical knowledge to strengthen joint capabilities in space research, stating, "On this occasion, I congratulate everyone involved and hope this remarkable achievement paves the way for even greater successes for the Turkic world."
FGN-100-d1, Türkiye’s largest satellite, developed nationally by Fergani Space, successfully reached its orbit after launch.
According to a statement from Baykar, the FGN-100-d1 satellite, developed by Fergani Space—founded by Baykar Chairman and Technology Leader Selçuk Bayraktar—was launched into space from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in the United States at 22:09 Türkiye time last night.