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Ariane 5 G | Optus and Defence C1 & BSAT-2c

Ariane 5 G | Optus and Defence C1 & BSAT-2c

Status: Success  |  Launched: Jun 11, 2003 22:38 UTC

Launch Provider & Rocket

Mission

Optus and Defence C1 is a relay platform in geostationary orbit at 156 degrees East. It is one of the most advanced communications satellites ever built. BSAT-2C is a geostationary communication satellite for B-SAT.

  • Type: Communications
  • Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO)

Launch Site

  • Pad: Ariane Launch Area 3
  • Location: Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
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