In Many 2018, Which of the following countries launched the communication satellite,APATAR-6C
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APSTAR-6C satellite was launched successfully at 00:06 on May the 4th, 2018 via the Long March 3B launch vehicle from Xichang Satellite Launch Center at Sichuan province of China, according to a press release from the China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC). APSTAR-6C satellite will “enhance Asia-Pacific satellite communications, broadcasting services capabilities”.
APSTAR-6C satellite is the 12th satellite in-orbit delivery program of CGWIC, subordinated to China Aerospace Science & Technology Corporation (CASC). The mission is implemented in accordance to the contract for APSTAR-6C satellite program between CGWIC and APT Satellite Company Limited (APT Satellite) signed on October 17th, 2015.
APSTAR-6C satellite — designed and manufactured by China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — is based on the Dong Fang Hong 4 (DFH-4) platform and with a designed life of 15 years. The satellite, equipped with total 45 operational transponders in C-band, Ku-band and Ka-band, will be positioned at 134 degree East Longitude geostationary orbit. It will provide regional communication and satellite broadcasting service covering Asia-Pacific regions of VSAT, video distribution, DTH and cellular backhaul applications.