AMC-18
The satellite is optimised for digital television distribution from the centre of the US orbital arc and covers all 50 states, Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico.
Footprints
- C-band
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North America C-band beam
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Key data
| Orbital location | 105°W |
| Coverage | North America |
| Launch date | 08 December 2006 |
| Launch Vehicle | Ariane 5E |
| Design Life | 15 years |
| Satellite Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| Polarisation |
C-band: Linear
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| Total Transponders |
C-band: 24 (36 MHz equivalent) |
