Galaxy (satellite)
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For the prototype space station, see Galaxy (spacecraft).
The Galaxy series is a family of communications satellites originally developed and operated by Hughes Communications, now owned and operated by Intelsat. Galaxy is one of the first geostationary satellites. The first satellite, Galaxy 1 was launched on June 28, 1983.
[edit] Satellite details
| Model | Manufacturer | Launch date | Launch vehicle | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy 1 | HS-376 | June 28, 1983 | Delta 3920 | |
| Galaxy XI | Boeing 702 | December 1999 | Ariane 4 | First 702 satellite |
| Galaxy III-C | Boeing 702 | June 15, 2002 | Sea Launch |
- Galaxy 17
- Galaxy 18
- Galaxy 19
- Galaxy 23
- Galaxy 25
- Galaxy 26
- Galaxy 27
- Galaxy 28
- Galaxy 3C
- Galaxy 4R
- Galaxy IV
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