NSSDCA/COSPAR ID: 2007-036A
Spaceway 3 is an American geostationary communications craft that was launched by an Ariane 5-ECA rocket from Kourou at 23:44 UT on 14 August 2007. The 6.1 tonne (with fuel) satellite carries several Ka-band transponders to provide television coverage to all of North America through orientable spot-beams, after parking over 95°W longitude.
Launch Date: 2007-08-14
Launch Vehicle: Ariane 5 ECA
Launch Site: Kourou, French Guiana
Mass: 3655 kg
Nominal Power: 12800 W
Questions and comments about this spacecraft can be directed to: Coordinated Request and User Support Office