# BRIsat

> Indonesian communications satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q18499537](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q18499537)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/brisat

## Summary  
BRIsat is an Indonesian communications satellite launched on June 18, 2016, to provide telecommunications services, including television, internet, and mobile communications, across Indonesia. It operates in geostationary orbit and was deployed via an Ariane 5 ECA rocket.  

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: June 18, 2016  
- **Country**: Indonesia  
- **Type**: Communications satellite  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Ariane 5 ECA  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2016-039A  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN)**: 41591  
- **Orbit**: Geostationary  
- **Primary Function**: Telecommunications (TV, internet, mobile services)  

## FAQs  
### Q: When was BRIsat launched?  
A: BRIsat was launched on June 18, 2016, aboard an Ariane 5 ECA rocket.  

### Q: What is the purpose of BRIsat?  
A: BRIsat provides telecommunications services, including television broadcasting, internet access, and mobile communications, to Indonesia.  

### Q: Where is BRIsat positioned?  
A: The satellite operates in geostationary orbit, allowing it to maintain a fixed position relative to Earth and provide continuous coverage of Indonesia.  

## Why It Matters  
BRIsat plays a critical role in enhancing Indonesia’s telecommunications infrastructure, particularly in remote and underserved regions. As a high-throughput satellite, it supports broadband connectivity, broadcasting, and mobile services, fostering economic growth, education, and social connectivity. Its geostationary position ensures reliable and widespread coverage across Indonesia’s vast archipelago, addressing challenges posed by the country’s geography. By expanding access to modern communication technologies, BRIsat contributes to digital inclusion and strengthens Indonesia’s participation in the global information economy.  

## Notable For  
- First Indonesian satellite launched using an Ariane 5 ECA rocket.  
- Designed to deliver high-capacity telecommunications services, including broadband and broadcasting.  
- Operates from a strategic geostationary orbital slot to optimize coverage of Indonesia.  
- Part of Indonesia’s efforts to modernize its communication networks and reduce connectivity gaps.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date**: June 18, 2016  
- **Rocket**: Ariane 5 ECA (Flight VA-227)  
- **Launch Site**: Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN)**: 41591  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2016-039A  
- **Orbit**: Geostationary (approx. 35,786 km altitude)  
- **Primary Mission**: Telecommunications services (TV, internet, mobile)  

### Mission Objectives  
- Provide nationwide coverage for Indonesia’s telecommunications needs.  
- Support high-demand applications such as broadband internet and broadcasting.  
- Ensure connectivity in remote areas lacking terrestrial infrastructure.  

### Operator  
- Managed by Indonesian authorities to serve public and commercial communication requirements.  

### Legacy  
- Represents a milestone in Indonesia’s space program and collaboration with international launch providers (Arianespace).  
- Enhances the country’s self-reliance in telecommunications and reduces dependence on foreign satellite services.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report