Sirius 1

UK --> Sweden

Also called Sirius W since Apr 2000

Launch data:

Old name BSB 1
MissionTelecommunications
Geostationary orbit:
Perigee / Apogee 36049 x 36137 km
Inclination 7.3°
Period  min


Note: NSAB Sirius 1 is the former British Satellite Broadcasting BSB 1, launched in 1989, and was bought in orbit by NSAB in 1993 Dec.

Location:

Begin End Position
L: 27 Aug 1989    
Nov 1991 Dec 1992 31°W
1994 Apr 2000 5.2°E
May 2000   13°W

End of live:

End of Operation:  Retired May 2003
Cause:  

Ref: #7(JR588,662), #15 - update: 06.08.12