# NSS-9

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**Wikidata**: [Q6955343](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6955343)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NSS-9)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/nss-9

## Summary  
NSS-9 is a communications satellite operated by SES World Skies, designed for telecommunications services. Launched on February 12, 2009, it resides in a geostationary orbit and was deployed using an Ariane 5 ECA rocket from ELA-3.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: February 12, 2009 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Operator**: SES World Skies ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q328))  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Ariane 5 ECA ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Orbit**: Geostationary ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q328))  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2009-008A ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q11921))  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN)**: 33749 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Site**: ELA-3 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Significant Event**: Rocket launch on February 12, 2009, from ELA-3 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  

## FAQs  
### Q: What is the purpose of NSS-9?  
A: NSS-9 is a communications satellite designed to provide telecommunications services, such as broadcasting and data transmission, from geostationary orbit.  

### Q: Who operates NSS-9?  
A: It is operated by SES World Skies, a subsidiary of SES S.A., a global satellite communications company.  

### Q: How was NSS-9 launched?  
A: It was launched aboard an Ariane 5 ECA rocket from the ELA-3 launch site on February 12, 2009.  

## Why It Matters  
NSS-9 plays a critical role in global telecommunications by enabling reliable broadcasting and data transmission services from geostationary orbit. Its deployment underscores the importance of satellite technology in modern communication infrastructure, particularly for regions requiring stable and wide-reaching coverage. As part of SES World Skies' fleet, NSS-9 contributes to the company's ability to deliver high-quality services to commercial and governmental clients worldwide. The satellite's successful launch and operation also highlight the capabilities of the Ariane 5 ECA launch vehicle and Europe's spaceport facilities.  

## Notable For  
- **Geostationary Orbit**: Provides consistent coverage for telecommunications services.  
- **Ariane 5 ECA Launch**: Demonstrated the reliability of this European launch vehicle.  
- **SES World Skies Operation**: Part of a leading global satellite communications network.  

## Body  
### Launch and Deployment  
- **Launch Date**: February 12, 2009 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Ariane 5 ECA ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Site**: ELA-3, Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Orbit**: Geostationary ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q328))  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2009-008A ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q11921))  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN)**: 33749 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  

### Operator and Role  
- **Operator**: SES World Skies ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q328))  
- **Function**: Telecommunications services, including broadcasting and data transmission.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report