GÖKTÜRK-3 is a Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Earth Observation and Reconnaissance Satellite System designed for the Turkish Armed Forces and civil applications. It is capable of providing sub-meter resolution imaging under all weather conditions, day and night. The project, led by TUSAŞ as the main contractor, has successfully completed its preliminary design phase in 2016 and encompasses the development of satellite and ground segments, launch operations, and integrated logistic support activities.

GÖKTÜRK-3 SAR Satellite System

GÖKTÜRK-3 is developed to fulfill the high-resolution SAR satellite imagery needs of the Turkish Armed Forces and civilian applications. The system is uniquely capable of acquiring high-resolution images in all weather conditions, both day and night.

Project Development and Role of TUSAŞ

The GÖKTÜRK-3 Project, an agreement between SSB and TUSAŞ, has been planned in two phases. The first phase, including the preliminary design stage, was successfully completed by May 2016. As the main contractor, TUSAŞ plays a pivotal role in developing the satellite and ground segments, managing launch operations, and providing integrated logistic support.

Technical Specifications

• Payload: Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)
• Orbit: Sun-Synchronous orbit at an altitude of 500 km
• Ground Sampling Distance: Less than 1 meter
• Revisit Time: Approximately 3.5 days
• Design Life: 7 years
• Mass: About 1000 kg
• Imaging Modes: Spot, Strip, and Wide Area