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JCSat 4B

Also known as JCSat 13

active

Identification

Position124° E
NORAD / COSPAR38331 / 2012-023A
OperatorSKY Perfect JSAT Corporation
OrbitGEO

Hardware

ManufacturerLockheed Martin
ModelA2100AXS
Mass4528 kg

Launch

Launch siteGuiana Space Center
Launch vehicleAriane 5 ECA

Comment

44 Ku-band high-power transponders to provide uplink and downlink coverage over Japan, Asia, and Oceania. Additionally, two steerable antennas will provide coverage for new and emerging markets.

Lifetime
15 May 2012Launched
15 yrDesign life
14.2 yrElapsed
0.8 yrRemaining
May 2027End of life
Approaching end of design lifetime
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