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Created page with "== Introduction == A geostationary transfer orbit (GTO) is a highly elliptical Earth orbit used as an intermediate step for launching satellites into a geostationary orbit (GEO). This orbit is characterized by its perigee, or the point closest to Earth, being much lower than its apogee, the point farthest from Earth. The GTO is a critical component in the launch sequence for many communications and weather satelli..."