Launch Overview
Vehicle
Falcon 9
Agency
SpaceX
Site / Pad
CC / LC40
Outcome
Success
Flight
028/B1026 F028
COSPAR Designator
2016-050
Mission
JCSAT-16 (Communications)
JCSAT-16 is planned to be a communication satellite for SKY Perfect JSAT. The 8.5-kW satellite will operate in Ku- and Ka-bands and is equipped with switching for flexibility. JCSAT-16 will enhance SKY Perfect JSAT’s fleet capacity and strengthen the services provided to various regions.JCSAT is schedule for a life time of 15 years.
Vehicle & Provider
Rocket
Falcon 9 Full Thrust
Provider
SpaceX
Agency launches
33 (8 YTD)
Site launches
748 (12 YTD)
Pad launches
81 (7 YTD)