# GOES-19

> American geostationary weather satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q18479954](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q18479954)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GOES-19)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/goes-19

## Summary

GOES-19 is a thing associated with the United States[1].

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for GOES-19:

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## Summary  
GOES-19 is an American geostationary weather satellite operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Launched on June 25, 2024, it is part of the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) series and monitors weather and climate from orbit. It carries advanced instruments like the Advanced Baseline Imager and Geostationary Lightning Mapper for improved forecasting.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch date:** June 25, 2024, at 21:26 UTC  
- **Launch vehicle:** SpaceX Falcon Heavy (serial number B1087)  
- **Operator:** National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)  
- **Manufacturer:** Lockheed Martin Space  
- **Mass:** 5,192 kg (launch weight), 2,857 kg (empty weight)  
- **Dimensions:** 6.1 m (length) × 5.6 m (width) × 3.9 m (height with solar array)  
- **Orbit:** Geostationary orbit  
- **Spacecraft bus:** A2100  
- **Preceded by:** GOES-18  
- **Instruments:** Advanced Baseline Imager, Geostationary Lightning Mapper  

## FAQs  
### Q: What is the purpose of GOES-19?  
A: GOES-19 monitors weather and climate patterns from geostationary orbit, providing data for forecasting severe weather, tracking storms, and studying climate change.  

### Q: Who built and operates GOES-19?  
A: It was manufactured by Lockheed Martin Space and is operated by NOAA, with launch services provided by SpaceX.  

### Q: How does GOES-19 differ from earlier GOES satellites?  
A: It carries upgraded instruments like the Advanced Baseline Imager for higher-resolution imaging and the Geostationary Lightning Mapper for real-time lightning detection.  

## Why It Matters  
GOES-19 plays a critical role in modern meteorology by delivering real-time, high-resolution weather data essential for forecasting severe storms, hurricanes, and other extreme weather events. Its geostationary position allows continuous monitoring of the Western Hemisphere, improving early warning systems and disaster preparedness. The satellite’s advanced instruments, such as the Geostationary Lightning Mapper, provide unprecedented insights into atmospheric phenomena, aiding both public safety and scientific research. As part of NOAA’s GOES-R series, GOES-19 represents a significant technological leap in Earth observation capabilities.  

## Notable For  
- **Advanced instruments:** Includes the Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI) and Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM).  
- **High-resolution imaging:** Provides detailed weather monitoring for improved forecasting.  
- **Part of the GOES-R series:** Represents the latest generation of NOAA’s geostationary satellites.  
- **Heavy-lift launch:** Deployed via SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket.  

## Body  
### Launch and Deployment  
- Launched on June 25, 2024, from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A.  
- Used SpaceX Falcon Heavy (serial number B1087) as the launch vehicle.  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Mass:** 5,192 kg at launch, 2,857 kg dry weight.  
- **Dimensions:** 6.1 m (length) × 5.6 m (width) × 3.9 m (height with solar array deployed).  
- **Power source:** Solar array with LEROS-1c propulsion system.  
- **Spacecraft bus:** A2100, manufactured by Lockheed Martin Space.  

### Instruments  
- **Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI):** Provides high-resolution weather imagery.  
- **Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM):** Detects and tracks lightning activity in real time.  

### Operational Role  
- Monitors weather patterns over the Western Hemisphere.  
- Supports NOAA’s mission for severe weather forecasting and climate research.  

## Schema Markup  
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## References

1. [Source](https://space.skyrocket.de/doc_sdat/goes-r.htm)
2. [Source](https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/products/goes-r-series.html)
3. Jonathan's Space Report
4. [Source](https://www.goes-r.gov/spacesegment/spacecraft.html)
5. [Source](https://www.nasa.gov/home/hqnews/2008/dec/HQ_C08067_GOES.html)