# Iridium 140

> satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q111470975](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q111470975)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/iridium-140

## Summary
Iridium 140 is an artificial satellite launched on March 30, 2018, as part of the Iridium NEXT constellation. It was deployed using a Falcon 9 Block 4 rocket from the Western Range and is classified as an artificial satellite with a NORAD satellite catalog number of 43252.

## Key Facts
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN):** 43252
- **COSPAR ID:** 2018-030D
- **Class:** Artificial satellite
- **Launch Date:** March 30, 2018
- **Launch Vehicle:** Falcon 9 Block 4
- **Launch Site:** Western Range
- **Instance of:** Artificial satellite
- **Wikidata Description:** Satellite

## FAQs
### Q: What is Iridium 140?
A: Iridium 140 is an artificial satellite launched on March 30, 2018, as part of the Iridium NEXT constellation. It was deployed using a Falcon 9 Block 4 rocket and has a NORAD satellite catalog number of 43252.

### Q: When was Iridium 140 launched?
A: Iridium 140 was launched on March 30, 2018, as part of the Iridium NEXT satellite deployment.

### Q: What type of rocket was used to launch Iridium 140?
A: Iridium 140 was launched using a Falcon 9 Block 4 rocket from the Western Range.

### Q: What is the COSPAR ID of Iridium 140?
A: The COSPAR ID of Iridium 140 is 2018-030D.

### Q: What is the NORAD satellite catalog number for Iridium 140?
A: The NORAD satellite catalog number for Iridium 140 is 43252.

## Why It Matters
Iridium 140 is part of the Iridium NEXT constellation, a second-generation satellite network designed to replace the original Iridium satellite constellation. The Iridium NEXT satellites provide global communications services, including voice, data, and messaging, with improved performance and reliability. The launch of Iridium 140, along with the other satellites in the constellation, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of global satellite communications. The constellation ensures continuous coverage, supporting various applications such as maritime, aviation, and remote communications. The deployment of Iridium NEXT demonstrates advancements in satellite technology, including enhanced connectivity and resilience, contributing to the broader field of space-based communication infrastructure.

## Notable For
- **Part of the Iridium NEXT constellation**, a second-generation satellite network replacing the original Iridium system.
- **Launched on March 30, 2018**, as part of a multi-satellite deployment using a Falcon 9 Block 4 rocket.
- **NORAD satellite catalog number 43252**, assigned for tracking and identification.
- **COSPAR ID 2018-030D**, used for international satellite registration.
- **Contributes to global communications**, providing voice, data, and messaging services with improved performance.

## Body
### Classification
Iridium 140 is classified as an artificial satellite, a human-made object placed into orbit for various purposes, including communication, navigation, and scientific research.

### Launch Details
- **Launch Date:** March 30, 2018
- **Launch Vehicle:** Falcon 9 Block 4
- **Launch Site:** Western Range

### Identification
- **NORAD Satellite Catalog Number:** 43252
- **COSPAR ID:** 2018-030D

### Role in Iridium NEXT
Iridium 140 is one of the satellites in the Iridium NEXT constellation, which was launched to enhance global communications services. The constellation provides improved performance and reliability compared to the original Iridium system.

### Technical Specifications
- **Type:** Artificial satellite
- **Description:** Satellite

### References
- **Wikidata:** Q6272367
- **Wolfram Language Entity Code:** Entity["Satellite", "43252"]

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report