A week after the successful launch of the Ofek 16 spy satellite, the Defense Ministry and Israel Aerospace Industries reported Tuesday that the satellite's camera is operational and that the first images transmitted to the ground control center were of "excellent" quality.
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The satellite's systems were put into operation gradually and under close supervision.
Video: Defense Ministry Spokesperson Department
In the next few weeks, the engineering teams will continue checking the satellite and preparing it for use in operations, according to a protocol that was established prior to the launch.
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