Astra 1KR Satellite at 19.0°E
Astra 1KR is a geostationary communications satellite operated by SES at 19.0°E, launched in 2006. Ground stations within its coverage can use it with a fixed antenna, or a tracking antenna for larger dishes, since its orbit is inclined.
- 19.0°E
- Orbital slot
- SES
- Operator
- 2006
- Launched
- Slightly inclined
- Inclination 0.82°
Coverage
Countries in view above 10° elevation
116 countries, by the centre of each country:
Look angles from major cities
| City | Azimuth (true) | Elevation | Skew |
|---|---|---|---|
| São Paulo | 80.3° | 14.0° | +64.8° |
| London | 156.3° | 27.8° | -14.7° |
| Madrid | 147.5° | 37.2° | -24.3° |
| Lagos | 113.8° | 69.9° | -65.4° |
| Nairobi | 272.2° | 69.1° | -87.5° |
| Johannesburg | 339.8° | 58.4° | -18.1° |
| Dubai | 239.3° | 39.8° | +51.3° |
| Mumbai | 256.0° | 25.8° | +66.8° |
Skew: + is clockwise, looking at the satellite from behind the dish. Use the live map for any other location, plus sun outage dates and a rain fade link budget.
Neighbouring satellites
Satellites within 3° of this slot. Close spacing matters for antenna size and adjacent-satellite interference.
Ground station equipment
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