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StatusSuccess
VehicleAriane 5 GS
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadAriane Launch Area 3
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Mission
RASCOM-QAF 1 is the first satellite dedicated to the African continent. It operates at 2.85 degrees East, providing telecommunication services. Horizons-2 is a communications satellite owned by Horizons Satellite a joint venture between SKY Perfect JSAT Group and Intelsat. It operates at 74 degrees West.
Quick facts
VehicleAriane 5 GS
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadAriane Launch Area 3
SiteGuiana Space Centre, French Guiana
WindowDec 21, 21:41:55 UTC→Dec 21, 21:41:55 UTC
Vehicle
FamilyAriane
