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Helios

Italy is a founding partner (14% share) in the Helios 1 program and, despite severe financial pressures, anticipates to continue with Helios 2. A data reception and processing center for Helios images has been constructed at Lecce. Alenia is a principal contractor for Helios ground stations.

Sources and Resources

• Adapted from: Europe and Asia in Space 1993-1994, Nicholas Johnson and David Rodvold [Kaman Sciences / Air Force Phillips Laboratory]

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