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| Mission type | Communications Weather |
|---|---|
| Operator | INSAT |
| COSPAR ID | 2003-013A |
| SATCAT no. | 27714 |
| Website | INSAT 3A |
| Spacecraft properties | |
| Manufacturer | ISRO |
| Launch mass | 2,950 kilograms (6,500 lb) |
| Dimensions | 2.8 x 1.7 x 2.0 metres |
| Power | 3.1 kilowatts |
| Start of mission | |
| Launch date | 9 April 2003, 22:52 UTC |
| Rocket | Ariane 5G V160 |
| Launch site | Kourou ELA-3 |
| Contractor | Arianespace |
| Orbital parameters | |
| Reference system | Geocentric |
| Regime | Geostationary |
| Longitude | 93.5° East (0°00′N 93°30′E / 0°N +93.5°E) |
| Inclination | 74 degrees |
| Period | 12 years |
INSAT-3A, a multipurpose satellite built by ISRO was launched by Ariane in April 2003. It is located at 93.5 degree East longitude. It is third satellite in INSAT-3 series after INSAT-3B & INSAT-3C. Built at a cost of $53 mn, it provides communication, weather, and search and rescue services.