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Ariane 42P | Mugunghwa 3
Ariane 42P | Mugunghwa 3 launched on Sat, Sep 4, 1999, 10:34 PM UTC — a Arianespace mission.
Launch SuccessfulArianespace
Lifted offNET Sep 1999
NET Sat, Sep 4, 1999, 10:34 PM UTC
Mission profile
The flight at a glance
Ariane 42PVehicle
ArianespaceProvider
Ariane Launch Area 2Pad
Guiana Space Centre, French GuianaLocation
CommunicationsMission type
Geostationary OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for Ariane 42P to Geostationary Orbit. Illustrative model — not this mission’s live telemetry.
Mission timeT+0:00
Altitude0.0 km
Velocity0.00 km/s
PhaseLiftoff
T+0:00 / 17:30
SimulatedRepresentative Ariane 42P ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
Mugunghwa 3
The Koreasat 3 satellite is configured to provide both fixed and direct broadcast services. Korea Telecom's new A2100A has 24 Ku-Band (Fixed Satellite Service), six Ku-Band (Direct Broadcast Service), and three Ka-Band transponders. It also features a steerable antenna providing an improved coverage capability.
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Frequently asked
What time does Ariane 42P | Mugunghwa 3 launch?
Ariane 42P | Mugunghwa 3 is scheduled to lift off Sat, Sep 4, 1999, 10:34 PM UTC.
Where can I watch Ariane 42P | Mugunghwa 3?
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Who is launching Ariane 42P | Mugunghwa 3?
Ariane 42P | Mugunghwa 3 is an Arianespace mission flying on a Ariane 42P.
Where does Ariane 42P | Mugunghwa 3 launch from?
It lifts off from Ariane Launch Area 2, Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana.