Ariane 5 GS | INSAT-4A, Meteosat 9

Launch Provider & Rocket

• Provider: Arianespace (Commercial)
• Rocket: Ariane 5 GS — Ariane family

Mission

Insat-4A is a communication satellite intended for providing high quality telecommunication and broadcasting services. Operating at 83 degrees East. Meteosat 9 is a Geostationary satellite for Earth Radiation observation.

• Type: Dedicated Rideshare
• Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO)

Launch Site

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