Ariane 5 soared to another success today, deploying satellite payloads that will supply telecommunications services for two new customers who join the growing list of Arianespace commercial launch services users.
In doing so, the workhorse launcher also set a new heavyweight record: a combined payload mass of 8,956 kg. for its Yahsat Y1A and Intelsat New Dawn satellite passengers, delivering a total lift performance of 10,050 kg. to geostationary transfer orbit.