Hellas Sat 3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17
Ariane 5 ECA
Arianespace
Rocket Launch Videos
Mission
HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Hellas-Sat 3 is a powerful telecommunications condominium satellite for Inmarsat and Hellas-Sat. The satellite will provide Mobile Satellite Services (MSS), Fixed Satellite Services (FSS) and Broadcast Satellite Services (BSS). It is equipped with Ka/S-band payload, 47 Ku-band transponders, 1 Ka-band transponder. Weighing 5900 kg at launch, the satellite is to reside in geostationary orbit in an orbital position 39° East, where it is expected to operate for about 15 years. GSAT-17 is a communication satellite with a lift off mass of 3425 kg and 6 KW power generation capacity. The satellite's commercial transponders include Ku-band, Normal C-band and Extended C-band transponders. It additionally carries a dedicated transponder for data relay (DRT) and search-and-rescue (SAR) services.
Location
Ariane Launch Area 3
Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana
Ariane Launch Area 3 has witnessed the launch of 118 rockets, including 118 orbital launch attempts. While Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana, has been the site for 331 rocket launches.
The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
Rocket
ArianeGroup Ariane 5 ECA
Ariane 5 is a heavy-lift launch vehicle, part of the Ariane rocket family.
Agency
Arianespace
Arianespace SA is a multinational company founded in 1980 as the world's first commercial launch service provider. It undertakes the production, operation, and marketing of the Ariane programme. Their vehicles launch exclusively from French Guiana in South America.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 launch scheduled?
The Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 launch video?
You can watch the Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 mission launch from?
The Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA rocket launched from Ariane Launch Area 3 at Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana. The Guiana Space Centre is a European spaceport to the northwest of Kourou in French Guiana, a region of France in South America. Kourou is located at a latitude of 5°. In operation since 1968, it is a suitable location for a spaceport because of its equatorial location and open sea to the east.
What rocket was used for the HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 mission?
The HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 mission launched aboard a Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA rocket. Ariane 5 is a heavy-lift launch vehicle, part of the Ariane rocket family. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 launch?
The Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Arianespace Ariane 5 ECA launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the HellasSat-3 (Inmarsat S EAN) & GSAT-17 mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Arianespace live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
