[IGSMAIL-5147]: IIR-M launch status

["Angelyn W. Moore" <Angelyn.W.Moore @ jpl.nasa.gov>]

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IGS Electronic Mail      04 May 15:07:54 PDT 2005      Message Number 5147
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Author: Angelyn Moore

Dear IGS Colleagues,

We've received some questions at the Central Bureau about the status of the 
IIR-M launch.  I've talked with Ruth (who's currently on travel) and colleagues 
from NASA Headquarters and the U.S. Department of Transportation, who have all 
clarified that the launch has been delayed due to a technical issue with the 
navigation payload.  When this is resolved, the launch will occur (expected in 
the June time frame).  The U.S. policy and commitment to GPS upgrades including 
L2C and L5 remain unchanged.  I'm aware of plans within the IGS to track the L2C 
signal with available equipment and publish the data, as soon as the signal is 
activated.

Best regards,
Angie
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 Angelyn W. Moore, Ph.D.            Deputy Director, IGS Central Bureau
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