MISSION NAME
Koreasat 5A
Status
Success
DATE
30 OCT 2017
LAUNCH PROVIDER
SpaceX
Launch Pad
Launch Complex 39A
Description
Koreasat 5A is a telecommunitations satellite to provide internet access, fixed telecommunications, media and broadcasting services. Loaded with Ku-band transponders, this satellite will cover Korea, Japan, Indochina and Middle East.
Falcon 9 Block 4
Rocket Description
The Full Thrust variants first stage includes all systems necessary for an operational re-use of stages while the second stage is operated as an expendable rocket stage.