Iran preparing to launch Paya satellite in space

Iran is preparing to launch its most substantial satellite to date into low Earth orbit next week.

The domestically produced Paya satellite is scheduled to lift off from Russia’s Vostochny Cosmodrome on December 28.

This mission would represent Iran’s first operational use of a mini-satellite in the 150-kg class, a significant step that could expand the range and sophistication of its space-based activities.

The Paya satellite is reportedly designed for imaging with a resolution between 5 and 10 meters per pixel. Its applications are expected to include natural resource management, environmental oversight, agricultural monitoring, and various scientific and practical uses.