GovSat (SES-16) Mission
Launch Status
Success
Date & Time
31 Jan 2018, 9:25pm
UTC
Pad
Space Launch Complex 40
Launch Service Provider
Vehicle
Booster
B1032
2nd flight (275d since last use)
Landing
Ocean (Atlantic Ocean)
Mission
GovSat (SES-16)
Mission Type
Communications
Destination
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
GovSat, also known as SES-16 is a communications satellite for LuxGovSat S.A., which is a public-private joint venture between the Luxembourg government and SES. Staying in 21.5° East orbital position, it is intended to operate for 15 years, using X-band and military Ka-band frequencies to support multiple missions.
Available Replays
GovSat-1 Launch
Updated: Apr 12, 11:28pm UTC
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