2004-011 Success

Atlas IIAS | Superbird A2

Apr 16, 2004, 12:45 AM UTC

Track in KeepTrack

Launch Overview

Vehicle

Atlas IIAS

Agency

Lockheed Martin

Site / Pad

CC / SLC36A

Outcome

Success

Flight

AC-163

COSPAR Designator

2004-011

Mission

Superbird A2 (Communications)

SUPERBIRD-6, slated for an orbital slot at 158.0 degrees East longitude, will provide business telecommunication services using a Japan Beam for Ku-Band and Ka-Band services along with a steerable spot beam for additional Ka-Band services.

Vehicle & Provider

Rocket

Atlas IIAS

Provider

Lockheed Martin

Agency launches

73 (3 YTD)

Site launches

623 (5 YTD)

Pad launches

67 (2 YTD)

Payloads (1)

Piece Name Owner State Track
2004-011A Superbird 6 SCC J Track