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Intelsat 901 is a geostationary communications satellite operated by Intelsat and launched in June 2001 aboard an Ariane 4 rocket. Built by Space Systems/Loral, the satellite provided C-band and Ku-band communications services across the Atlantic Ocean region. In February 2020, it became the first commercial satellite to receive in-orbit servicing when Northrop Grumman's Mission Extension Vehicle-1 (MEV-1) successfully docked with it to extend its operational lifespan.
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Intelsat 901 ranks #79 of 187 in the Satellite ranking, behind SMOS, ahead of NOAA-19.
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When was Intelsat 901 launched?
Intelsat 901 was launched in June 2001 aboard an Ariane 4 rocket. Built by Space Systems/Loral, it provided C-band and Ku-band communications services across the Atlantic Ocean region.
What happened to Intelsat 901 in 2020?
In February 2020, Intelsat 901 became the first commercial geostationary communications satellite to be docked with and serviced in orbit by a dedicated servicing spacecraft. The MEV-1 (Mission Extension Vehicle), built by Northrop Grumman, attached to the satellite to extend its operational life.
What communications services did Intelsat 901 provide?
Intelsat 901 provided C-band and Ku-band communications services, primarily serving the Atlantic Ocean region. It supported television, telephone, data, and internet communications connecting the Americas, Europe, and Africa.
Who built Intelsat 901?
Intelsat 901 was built by Space Systems/Loral, a major U.S. satellite manufacturer. The satellite was designed for a typical geostationary operational life of around 15 years, which was extended through the MEV-1 servicing mission in 2020.
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