Aselsan confirms 198-satellite Astralink constellation for Türkiye

Turkish defense firm Aselsan confirmed it is backing a government program to build Gökbağı (Astralink), a 198-satellite LEO broadband constellation. The first satellite will be tested in 2028, with serial deployment from 2029 and service expected by the early 2030s.

• Astralink constellation will comprise 198 LEO satellites
• First test satellite is scheduled for 2028
• Serial deployment is set to begin in 2029
• Aselsan revenue is $4.2bn, with ~$200m from space