NSSDCA/COSPAR ID: 2007-018A
NigComSat is a Nigerian geostationary communications satellite that was launched by a Long March 3B rocket from Xichang launch center on 13 May 2007. The 5.2 tonne (with fuel) craft carries four C-band, 18 Ku-band, four Ka-band, and two L-band transponders to provide voice, video, and data links to all of Africa, and southern Europe after parking over 42.5° E longitude.
Launch Date: 2007-05-13
Launch Vehicle: Long March 3B/E
Launch Site: Xichang, Peoples Republic of China
Questions and comments about this spacecraft can be directed to: Coordinated Request and User Support Office