INSAT-3A
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INSAT-3A, a multipurpose satellite built by ISRO was launched by Ariane in April 2003. It is located at 93.5 degree East longitude. It is third satellite in INSAT-3 series after INSAT-3B & INSAT-3C. Built at a cost of $53 mn, it provides communication, weather, and search and rescue services.
Quick Facts Mission type, Operator ...
Mission type | Communications Weather |
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Operator | INSAT |
COSPAR ID | 2003-013A |
SATCAT no. | 27714 |
Website | INSAT 3A |
Spacecraft properties | |
Manufacturer | ISRO |
Launch mass | 2,950 kilograms (6,500 lb) |
Dimensions | 2.8 x 1.7 x 2.0 metres |
Power | 3.1 kilowatts |
Start of mission | |
Launch date | 9 April 2003, 22:52 (2003-04-09UTC22:52Z) UTC |
Rocket | Ariane 5G V160 |
Launch site | Kourou ELA-3 |
Contractor | Arianespace |
Orbital parameters | |
Reference system | Geocentric |
Regime | Geostationary |
Longitude | 93.5° East (0°N +93.5°E / 0; +93.5) |
Inclination | 74 degrees |
Period | 12 years |
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