The Journal of Space Commerce

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EUTELSAT 113 West A Satellite Ceases Operations

Satellite has Been in Orbit Since 2006

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Tom Patton
Feb 07, 2024
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The EUTELSAT 113 West A satellite has ceased operations following an anomaly which occurred on January 31, the company has confirmed.

Launched in 2006 and operating in inclined orbit at the 113° West position, EUTELSAT 113 West A (ex-Satmex 6) provided coverage of the Americas in C- and Ku-bands serving customers in video, data, and Government services o…

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