Astra 1B & Meteosat 5

Astra 1B & Meteosat 5 launched on 2 March 1991, 23:36 UTC on a Ariane 44LP from Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana. The recorded outcome is Success. Payloads: Astra 1B & Meteosat 5.

NameAstra 1B & Meteosat 5
Launch time (UTC)2 March 1991, 23:36 UTC
VehicleAriane 44LP
Launch siteGuiana Space Centre, French Guiana
CompanyArianespace
OutcomeSuccess
PayloadsAstra 1B & Meteosat 5
OrbitGeostationary Orbit

Questions

When did Astra 1B & Meteosat 5 launch?
Astra 1B & Meteosat 5 launched on 2 March 1991, 23:36 UTC.
What rocket launched Astra 1B & Meteosat 5?
Astra 1B & Meteosat 5 launched on a Ariane 44LP.
Where did Astra 1B & Meteosat 5 launch from?
Astra 1B & Meteosat 5 launched from Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana.
What was the outcome of Astra 1B & Meteosat 5?
The recorded outcome is Success.

Sources: Jonathan's Space Report (GCAT), CC-BY; CelesTrak; Launch Library 2.

Last updated: 2026-10-20 UTC.