Falcon 9 Full Thrust | JCSAT-16
Launch Successful
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Launch Window
Aug. 14, 2016, 5:26 a.m. - Aug. 14, 2016, 7:26 a.m.
Aug. 14, 2016, 5:26 a.m. - Aug. 14, 2016, 7:26 a.m.
JCSAT-16 is planned to be a communication satellite for SKY Perfect JSAT. The 8.5-kW satellite will operate in Ku- and Ka-bands and is equipped with switching for flexibility. JCSAT-16 will enhance SKY Perfect JSAT’s fleet capacity and strengthen the services provided to various regions.JCSAT is schedule for a life time of 15 years.
The Full Thrust variants first stage includes all systems necessary for an operational re-use of stages while the second stage is operated as an expendable rocket stage.
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The first stage of the Falcon 9 landed on the ASDS, OCISLY, stationed of the east coast.
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