Astra 1A
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Astra 1A was the first satellite launched and operated by SES, launched in December 1988. During its early days, it was often referred to as the Astra Satellite, as SES only operated one satellite originally. The satellite provided 16 transponders... Wikipedia
Launch date: December 11, 1988
Launch site: Guiana Space Centre
Dimensions: 1.5 m x 1.7 m x 2.1 m; (solar panels span of 19.3 m)
Coverage area: Western Europe
Entered service: 5 February 1989
Launch mass: 1,768 kg (3,898 lb)
Longitude: 19.2° East (1989–2001); 19.4° East (2001); 5.2° East (2001–2004)