Astra 1M Satellite at 19.5°E
Astra 1M is a geostationary communications satellite operated by SES at 19.4°E, launched in 2008. Ground stations within its coverage can use it with a fixed antenna, or a tracking antenna for larger dishes, since its orbit is inclined.
- 19.4°E
- Orbital slot
- SES
- Operator
- 2008
- Launched
- Slightly inclined
- Inclination 0.65°
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 | 80.4° | 13.6° | +64.9° |
| London | 155.7° | 27.8° | -15.0° |
| Madrid | 146.8° | 37.1° | -24.8° |
| Lagos | 112.8° | 69.5° | -66.4° |
| Nairobi | 272.7° | 69.6° | -87.0° |
| Johannesburg | 340.8° | 58.4° | -17.2° |
| Dubai | 239.0° | 40.3° | +51.1° |
| Mumbai | 255.9° | 26.3° | +66.7° |
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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