Launch Overview
Vehicle
Ariane 42P
Agency
Arianespace
Site / Pad
CSG / ELA2
Outcome
Success
Flight
V120 L488d
COSPAR Designator
1999-046
Mission
Mugunghwa 3 (Communications)
The 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.
Vehicle & Provider
Rocket
Ariane 42P
Provider
Arianespace
Agency launches
116 (4 YTD)
Site launches
128 (4 YTD)
Pad launches
91 (4 YTD)