Russian engineers announced the end of ground tests of new telecommunication satellite “Express AM44”. No errors or exceptions were detected during said tests. Now the satellite waits for being sent to the orbit.
      
      The satellite carries transponders of Ku-, C- and L-ranges and shows higher output capacity than previous satellites of the “Express” series. Satellites weigh about 2560 kilograms and are expected to actively operate for 12 years. Space vehicle is designed for providing communication, TV and radio broadcasting, multimedia services and other types of communication.
      
      Source: Cnews.ru