27380 - INTELSAT 904 (IS-904)

Intelsat 904 is a geosynchronous communications satellite of the international ITSO consortium that was launched by an Ariane 44L rocket from Kourou at 07:00 UT on 23 February 2002. It became the 22nd member of the operational Intelsat fleet. The 4,700 kg satellite will provide television and internet services to Europe, Asia and Australia through its 76 C-band and 22 Ku-band transponders after parking over 60 degrees E longitude.

Facts in Brief

Launch Date: 2002-02-23
Launch Vehicle: Ariane 44L
Launch Site: Kourou, French Guiana