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Satellites

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 8 June 2026UIN 5106

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the lifespan of the Noctis-1 military satellite.

Answered by Luke Pollard

Noctis-1 is a ground-based telescope, which is designed to remain in service until the mid-2030s. There is scope for extension through future upgrades.

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