28884 - GALAXY 15 (G-15)

Galaxy 15 is an American geostationary communications satellite that was launched by an Ariane 5 rocket from Kourou at 22:32 UT on 13 October 2005. The 1,892 kg (with fuel) satellite carries 24 C-band transponders, and a few in L-band to provide direct-to-home video entertainment and information after parking at 72 degrees W longitude. It also relays GPS transmissions to aircraft to facilitate their landing.

Facts in Brief

Launch Date: 2005-10-13
Launch Vehicle: Ariane 5GS
Launch Site: Kourou, French Guiana
Mass: 885.0 kg