MISSION NAME
JCSAT-10 & Syracuse 3B
Status
Success
DATE
11 AUG 2006
LAUNCH PROVIDER
Arianespace
Launch Pad
Ariane Launch Area 3
Description
JCSAT-10 is a geostationary communications satellite operated by SKY Perfect JSAT Group (JSAT). Syracuse 3A is a powerful communication satellite for the French Ministry of Defence. Galaxy 15 is a PanAmSat telecommunications satellite operating at 133 degrees West, used to provide communications to North America.
Ariane 5 ECA
Rocket Description
Ariane 5 is a heavy-lift launch vehicle, part of the Ariane rocket family.