Vehicle: Proton K/ Block DM
The Satellite
- Satellite Operator: SES ASTRA
- Satellite Manufacturer: Hughes Space and Communications (Boeing)
- Purpose: Interactive Applications and Broadcast Services
- Platform: 601 HP
- Separated Mass: 3700 kg
- Satellite Design Life: 15 years
Highlights
- 265th Launch for Proton
- 12th ILS Proton Launch
- 4th ILS Proton Launch for SES
- 7th Hughes Satellite Launched on ILS Proton
Latest News
Proton Successfully Launches ASTRA 1H Satellite
Launch Resources
- Media Advisory
Final Details of the Launch and Separation
- Liftoff occurred at 7:49:30 a.m (9:49:30 p.m. USA EDT, June 17, 01.49.30 a.m. GMT)
- Final orbital position: 19.2 degrees east longitude