Thaicom 4 is a Thai geostationary communications satellite that was launched by an Ariane 5G rocket from Kourou at 08:20 UT on 11 August 2005. The seven tonne satellite, the most massive geostationary so far, carries a solar sail power of 17.6 kW and will provide voice, video, and broadband internet services to 14 countries including India, Thailand, Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, through its 84 Ku-band and 18 Ka-band spot beams after parking over 120 degrees E longitude.

Alternate Names

iPStar 1

Facts in Brief

Launch Date: 2005-08-11
Launch Vehicle: Ariane 5GS
Launch Site: Kourou, French Guiana
Mass: 6505.0 kg