...the launch of the country's first national communication satellite has been delayed until 2013. Ali Abbasov has reported that satellite launch will take place in a period between January 23rd and February 23rd in 2013. "Satellite production and preparation for launch are going on in accord with the schedule. In November, the satellite will be sent to the Kuru spaceport in French Guiana where preparation for its launch will start," he said. Earlier, the Ministry had announced the launch could occur in late 2012. Azerbaijan is planning to launch at least two communication satellites and three low orbit satellites. (Source: ABC.AZ)