NSSDCA/COSPAR ID: 1997-040A
PAS 6 (PANAMSAT 6) is an American geosynchronous spacecraft that was launched from Kourou in French Guiana by an Ariane 44-LP rocket at 06:46 UT. The 3,420 kg spacecraft carries 36 Ku-band 100 W transponders to provide direct voice and video communications throughout South America, especially to Brazil.
Launch Date: 1997-08-07
Launch Vehicle: Ariane 44LP
Launch Site: Kourou, French Guiana
Mass: 3420 kg
Questions and comments about this spacecraft can be directed to: Coordinated Request and User Support Office