MISSION NAME
SES-12 12
Status
Success
DATE
4 JUN 2018
LAUNCH PROVIDER
SpaceX
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 40
Description
SES-12 is a geostationary communications satellite. It is to provide direct-to-home broadcasting, high throughput satellite data connectivity and other telecommunication servies to Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region. It is a replacement for the NSS-6 satellite and is expected to operate for 15 years.
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.