Al Yah 3 has reached its geostationary orbital slot at 20 degrees east and is ready to start commercial service.
Al Yah 3 arrived at its orbital slot slightly earlier than YahSat had predicted after its January Ariane 5 launch sent the satellite into an off-nominal geostationary transfer orbit.
Yahsat operates three satellites—Al Yah 1, Al Yah 2, and Al Yah 3—that deliver television broadcasts and broadband connectivity for VSAT networks, mobile networks, and other customers.
Yahsat’s satellites, including Al Yah 3, provide coverage for Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Brazil.
Al Yah 3 was placed into an incorrect orbit after an off-course Ariane 5 launch and has yet to reach its intended orbital location.
Al Yah 3 is expected to reach its geostationary perch in June.