Ariane 5 ECA
SuccessDirecTV-14 & GSAT-16 · Arianespace
Launch time (NET)
Saturday, Dec 6, 2014, 20:40 UTC
Launch window
Saturday, Dec 6, 2014, 20:40 UTC – Saturday, Dec 6, 2014, 20:40 UTC
Provider
Arianespace
Rocket
Launch pad
Ariane Launch Area 3, Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana · Open map
Status
Success
The launch vehicle successfully inserted its payload(s) into the target orbit(s).
Mission
DirecTV-14 & GSAT-16
Type
Communications
Orbit
Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO)
DirecTV 14 is the first satellite oferring Ultra-HD 4k television services using Reverse DBS. It operates at 99 degrees West delivering service to the US and Puerto Rico. GSAT-16 is an Indian communication satellite to enhance satellite based telecommunication, television and VSAT services in India.
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