Communications
Arianespace(ASA)CommercialThe Koreasat 3 satellite is configured to provide both fixed and direct broadcast services. Korea Telecom's new A2100A has 24 Ku-Band (Fixed Satellite Service), six Ku-Band (Direct Broadcast Service), and three Ka-Band transponders. It also features a steerable antenna providing an improved coverage capability.
Orbital Attempt
#4,337
ASA Mission
#116
Pad Launch
#91
Location Launch
#128
Designator
1999-046
Sep 4, 1999, 10:34 PM
1 update
The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
Timezone
America/Cayenne
Local Launch Time
Sep 4, 1999, 7:34 PM
Total Launches
334
Total Landings
0
Coordinates
5.1690, -52.6903
