The Journal of Space Commerce

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European Geostationary Satellite Launched by SpaceX

Will Provide Television Service to 119 Million European Households

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Tom Patton
Jun 25, 2024
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The SES ASTRA 1P satellite was successfully launched by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, late last week.

“Ever since the launch of ASTRA 1A in 1988, our satellites have played a pivotal role in reliably delivering high-quality content to viewers."
Adel Al-Saleh, SES

The Ku-band satellite will augment and strengt…

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