Al Yah 3 satellite placed in orbit
Venture will help Yahsat expand broadband services in Africa and Brazil
UAE satellite operator Yahsat yesterday confirmed the launch of Al Yah 3, the third satellite in its fleet. The launch is a milestone in Yahsat’s strategy to expand its Ka-band coverage across Africa and establish a presence in Latin America.
The mission experienced some challenges during the launch stages, which resulted in the Al Yah 3 satellite being inserted into an orbit that differed from the flight plan.
Masood M. Sharif Mahmood, Chief Executive Officer at Yahsat, said: “We are pleased to know that the satellite is healthy, and that the necessary steps are being taken to ensure the original mission is fulfilled. I would like to thank our technology partner Orbital ATK and the Yahsat team in ensuring the Al Yah 3 objectives are met.”
Al Yah 3 was launched on an Ariane 5 rocket by Arianespace from Kourou in French Guiana.
Al Yah 3 will join Al Yah 1 and Al Yah 2 in helping millions across the Middle East, Africa, South West Asia and Brazil access affordable Internet via Yahsat’s high-speed satellite broadband service.