The launch vehicle for Flight 161 is rapidly taking shape at the Spaceport as preparations continue for the Ariane 5 launch in early June.
Flight 161 will carry a dual satellite payload of the Optus and Defence C1 spacecraft for Australia, and BSAT-2c for the Broadcasting Satellite System Corporation (B-SAT) of Japan.
See the Mission Update on www.arianespace.com for the latest launch campaign photos and information.