# Conida estimates PeruSAT-1 satellite will operate until 2029

The Peruvian space agency has extended the projected service life of its satellite by up to three additional years.

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**LIMA, Peru, Oct 21, 2026 —** The Peruvian Space Agency, Conida, estimates the PeruSAT-1 satellite will maintain regular operation for an additional two to three years, extending its service life until 2029 [^1].

**Space Nugget.** Most civilian Earth observation satellites operate well beyond their original contracted design lifetimes. Operators will normally keep a craft flying as long as it can hold orbit and return usable data.

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1. The Peruvian Space Agency (Conida) estimates that the PeruSAT-1 satellite could maintain regular operation for an additional two to three years, extending its service life until 2029. ([Agencia Andina](https://andina.pe/agencia/noticia-perusat1-seguira-operativo-hasta-tres-anos-mas-mientras-avanza-proyecto-perusat2-1094564.aspx), News)

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