Satellite Launches
In our industry, few events compare with the rush and exhilaration of watching a new satellite climb toward geosynchronous orbit. Following years of tenacious planning and execution of technical expertise, Intelsat customers and employees look heavenward with the goal of shattering communications barriers and delivering world class global communications services.
Recent Satellite Launches
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Launched 21 December 2007 at 4:42 p.m. EST, the Horizons 2 satellite is owned by a joint venture between Intelsat and JSAT International and was built by Orbital Sciences Corp. The satellite will operate from 74°W and will carry a payload of 20 Ku-band transponders.
Watch the Launch Video | Factsheet
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Launched 5 October 2007, at 18:02 EDT aboard Arianespace's Ariane 5 rocket. Intelsat 11 will be deployed to the 317°E orbital role.
Watch the Launch Video | Factsheet
The satellite comprises of 25 C- and 18 Ku-band transponder units offering a robust footprint for broadcasting content and data in the Americas while providing coverage for Europe.
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Launched 4 May 2007, at 18:29 ET aboard Arianespace's Ariane 5 ECA rocket. The spacecraft will initially serve customers at 74°W starting 3Q 2007 and will be redeployed to its final orbital location at 91°W in 4Q 2007.
Watch the Launch Video | Factsheet
The satellite features 24 C- and 24 Ku-band transponders providing premium landmass coverage over the Continental United States, Canada, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Caribbean and Mexico.
Upcoming Satellite Launches
Several launches are being scheduled over the approaching quarters, including Horizons-2, Galaxy-18, and Galaxy-19.
