Star One C1 is a Brazilian geostationary communications satellite that was launched by an Ariane 5 rocket from Kourou at 22:06 UT on 14 November 2007. The 4.1 tonne (with fuel) craft carries 28 C-band and 16 Ku-band transponders to provide direct-to-home (DTH) voice, video, and internet services to Brazil and neighboring countries after parking over 65 degrees W longitude. It carries a single X-band transponder for military use. It will replace the aging Brazilsat B2.

Facts in Brief

Launch Date: 2007-11-14
Launch Vehicle: Ariane 5
Launch Site: Kourou, French Guiana