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When launching a satellite, it is required to disclose information, such as the time and location of the launch, the intended orbital position and the function of the satellite, to major international organizations. The rationale behind this transparent disclosure of information is to prove that the satellite is launched for peaceful purposes, and to prevent possible collisions with airplanes.
In order to prevent such tragedies, the launch location and time and orbital position must be reported to the International Civil Aviation Organization. Kim Doo-hwan, a professor at Ajou University, said, "Only after receiving such information can civil airliners work out the flight schedule." The information also needs to reach the International Maritime Organization as well, due to the possibility of a satellite falling into the sea.
A satellite communicates with the ground using electromagnetic waves. Therefore, plans to launch a satellite should be negotiated with the International Telecommunication Union at least a year prior to the scheduled launch.
The information also needs to be reported to the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs based on the Convention on Registration of Objects Launched into Outer Space under the Outer Space Treaty.
(englishnews@chosun.com )
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