2016 · SpaceX
JCSAT-16
successFalcon 9 Full Thrust | JCSAT-16
JCSAT-16 is planned to be a communication satellite for SKY Perfect JSAT. The 8.5-kW satellite will operate in Ku- and Ka-bands and is equipped with switching for flexibility. JCSAT-16 will enhance SKY Perfect JSAT’s fleet capacity and strengthen the services provided to various regions.JCSAT is schedule for a life time of 15 years.
Overview
- Date / time
- August 14, 2016 at 05:26 AM UTC
- Outcome
- success
- Launch site
- Space Launch Complex 40
- Mission
- JCSAT-16
- Mission type
- Communications
- Orbit achieved
- Geostationary Transfer Orbit