Status
Success
Galaxy 16
Launch Time
Sun Jun 18, 2006 07:49 UTC
Sun Jun 18, 2006 07:49 UTC
Rocket
Mission Details
Galaxy 16
Galaxy 16 is a C- and Ku-band satellite with 24 C-band and 24 Ku-band transponders.
The spacecraft is a version of SS/L's space-proven SSL-1300 satellite platform, which has an excellent record of reliable operation. The geostationary SSL-1300 has a designed service life of 15 years and maintains station-keeping and orbital stability by using bipropellant propulsion and momentum-bias systems.
A system of high efficiency solar arrays and lightweight batteries provides uninterrupted electrical power. The satellite's hybrid communications payload will carry a total of 48 operating transponders, including 24 high-power Ku-band and 24 C-band transponders. The satellite is designed to operate from PanAmSat's 123 degrees West orbital location.
Payloads: 1
Total Mass: 4,640.0 kg
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Location
LP Odyssey, Kiritimati Launch Area, Pacific Ocean
Stats
2006
24th orbital launch attempt
Zenit
57th mission
3rd mission of 2006
46th successful mission
7th consecutive successful mission