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Proton-M Briz-M | Intelsat 31/DLA-2
Proton-M Briz-M | Intelsat 31/DLA-2 launched on Thu, Jun 9, 2016, 07:10 AM UTC — a International Launch Services mission.
Launch SuccessfulInternational Launch Services
Lifted offNET Jun 2016
NET Thu, Jun 9, 2016, 07:10 AM UTC
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Mission profile
The flight at a glance
Proton-M Briz-MVehicle
International Launch ServicesProvider
81/24 (81P)Pad
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of KazakhstanLocation
CommunicationsMission type
Geostationary Transfer OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for Proton-M Briz-M to Geostationary Transfer 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 Proton-M Briz-M ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
Intelsat 31/DLA-2
Also known as DLA-2, Intelsat 31 is a 6300kg geostationary communications satellite built on the SSL 1300 platform. Co-located at 95 degrees west with Galaxy 3C and Intelsat 30 (DLA-1), the craft will provide services to Latin America. The satellite is equipped with 10 C and 72 Ku-band transponders, with the majority being used by DirectTV for their DTH service. Powered by 2 solar arrays the satellite is expected to remain operational for 15 years.
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Frequently asked
What time does Proton-M Briz-M | Intelsat 31/DLA-2 launch?
Proton-M Briz-M | Intelsat 31/DLA-2 is scheduled to lift off Thu, Jun 9, 2016, 07:10 AM UTC.
Where can I watch Proton-M Briz-M | Intelsat 31/DLA-2?
Watch the official live webcast embedded on this page — it goes live shortly before liftoff.
Who is launching Proton-M Briz-M | Intelsat 31/DLA-2?
Proton-M Briz-M | Intelsat 31/DLA-2 is an International Launch Services mission flying on a Proton-M Briz-M.
Where does Proton-M Briz-M | Intelsat 31/DLA-2 launch from?
It lifts off from 81/24 (81P), Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan.