Intelsat successfully launches 40e high-throughput satellite

Intelsat has successfully launched the Intelsat 40e (IS-40e), a geosynchronous satellite that relies on spot-beam technology to provide a large amount of capacity over North America for Intelsat’s commercial aviation, mobility and network service customers.

According to Intelsat, the IS-40e satellite launched aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. “The IS-40e high-throughput technology serves as a significant commitment to our North American commercial aviation, mobility and network customers,” said Dave Wajsgras, CEO at Intelsat.

“As we continue to refresh our fleet of satellites and add capacity, Intelsat is focused on providing the best value and service for our customers and their end users. The satellite also includes a NASA payload that will be the first instrument to monitor air pollution across North America from geostationary orbit.”

The IS-40e will be operational in May and positioned at 91 degrees West. It will be delivering incremental high-throughput capacity that will be added into Intelsat’s commercial aviation network, providing passengers with an enhanced user experience from coast-to-coast.

High-speed connectivity will also be added into Intelsat’s Flex network to support growth for in-flight connectivity for business jets and government aviation and more.