Photo: Bill Ingalls · Public domain (US government)
About this launch
A high throughput satellite built by SSL for Thaicom. Porivdes broadband in the Asia Pacific region at incredible speeds.
Where to watch
Replay Launch webcastMore about this launch
Flight profileThe climb, seen from the side · 3D replay on the globe
Launch window and padGuiana Space Centre, French Guiana
- Site
- Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
Rocket and boosterAriane 5 GS
- Vehicle
- Ariane 5 GS
Ariane 5 GS: specs, record and next flights → Arianespace: all its launches →
MissionCommunications · GTO
Communications · GTO
What it put in orbit2 catalogued objects, 1 of them satellites
Passes over you When will it cross your sky, and can you see it?
| Object | Type | Orbit | Globe |
|---|---|---|---|
| THAICOM 4 2005-028A | Payload | 35783 × 35790 km · 0.6° | Globe |
| ARIANE 5 R/B 2005-028B | Rocket body | 537 × 35664 km · 6.5° | Globe |
COSPAR ID 2005-028. Orbits from the CelesTrak satellite catalogue (perigee × apogee, inclination).
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