JCSat 4B

Also known as JCSat 13

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Identification

NORAD / COSPAR: 38331 / 2012-023A
Operator: SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation

Orbit & position

Orbit: GEO
Position: 124° E
Altitude: —
Velocity: —
Period: —
Eccentricity: —

Hardware

Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin
Model: A2100AXS
Mass: 4528 kg

Launch

Launch date: 15 May 2012
Launch site: Guiana Space Center
Launch vehicle: Ariane 5 ECA
Design life: 15 yr

Comment

44 Ku-band high-power transponders to provide uplink and downlink coverage over Japan, Asia, and Oceania. Additionally, two steerable antennas will provide coverage for new and emerging markets.