# Iridium 108

> satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q111471294](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q111471294)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/iridium-108

## Summary
Iridium 108 is a satellite launched on January 14, 2017, from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4 using a Falcon 9 Full Thrust launch vehicle. It operates under the COSPAR identifier 2017-003H and has a Satellite Catalog Number of 41924.

## Key Facts
- Iridium 108 is an artificial satellite, a human-made object put into orbit
- It was launched on January 14, 2017
- The satellite was launched from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4
- Iridium 108 was deployed using a Falcon 9 Full Thrust launch vehicle
- Its COSPAR ID is 2017-003H
- It has a Satellite Catalog Number (SCN) of 41924
- The entity is classified under the Wolfram Language as Entity["Satellite", "41924"]

## FAQs
### Q: What is Iridium 108?
A: Iridium 108 is a satellite launched on January 14, 2017, as part of the Iridium satellite constellation. It was deployed into orbit using a Falcon 9 Full Thrust rocket from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4.

### Q: When and where was Iridium 108 launched?
A: Iridium 108 was launched on January 14, 2017, from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4 in California, USA.

### Q: What launch vehicle was used for Iridium 108?
A: Iridium 108 was deployed into orbit using a Falcon 9 Full Thrust launch vehicle, which is the third major version of SpaceX's Falcon 9 orbital launch vehicle.

### Q: What is the COSPAR ID of Iridium 108?
A: The COSPAR ID (Committee on Space Research identifier) for Iridium 108 is 2017-003H, which uniquely identifies the satellite in international space records.

## Why It Matters
Iridium 108 matters as part of the Iridium satellite constellation, which provides global voice and data communication services to remote areas, oceans, and polar regions where traditional cellular networks don't reach. As one of the satellites in this network, Iridium 108 contributes to the constellation's ability to offer reliable communication for emergency responders, maritime operations, aviation, and industrial applications worldwide. The use of the Falcon 9 Full Thrust launch vehicle for deployment indicates it represents a more efficient and cost-effective approach to satellite deployment compared to earlier methods. This satellite, along with its constellation siblings, helps bridge the digital divide by providing communication capabilities in areas with no terrestrial infrastructure, supporting global connectivity needs in an increasingly interconnected world.

## Notable For
- Part of the Iridium satellite constellation, which provides global communication coverage
- Deployed using the advanced Falcon 9 Full Thrust launch vehicle, representing modern space launch capabilities
- Has a unique COSPAR ID (2017-003H) and Satellite Catalog Number (41924) for tracking and identification
- Launched from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4, a significant launch facility for polar orbit satellites

## Body
### Basic Information
Iridium 108 is an artificial satellite designed for orbit around Earth. It was launched on January 14, 2017, from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4. The satellite has a COSPAR ID of 2017-003H and a Satellite Catalog Number (SCN) of 41924.

### Launch Details
The deployment of Iridium 108 utilized a Falcon 9 Full Thrust launch vehicle, which is the third major version of SpaceX's Falcon 9 orbital launch vehicle. The launch occurred from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4, a facility known for polar orbit launches. This launch vehicle represents a significant advancement in reusable rocket technology.

### Classification
Iridium 108 is classified as an artificial satellite, which is defined as a human-made object put into orbit. In the Wolfram Language, it is referenced as Entity["Satellite", "41924"]. The satellite belongs to the Iridium satellite constellation, which provides global communication services.

### Technical Identification
The satellite can be uniquely identified through several systems:
- COSPAR ID: 2017-003H
- Satellite Catalog Number (SCN): 41924
- Wikidata reference: Q41924

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report