Arianespace successfully launched two satellites into orbit: DIRECTV-14 and GSAT-16. The launch used the Ariane 5 ECA rocket.
DIRECTV 14 is a 20-kilowatt class Ka-band and reverse-band digital broadcast satellite that will be used to provide Ultra HD and other new consumer services. It is based on the SSL 1300 platform and will deliver a very advanced beam forming network for service across the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii and Puerto Rico....
