Permalink: http://www.boeingimages.com/archive/376-Satellite--THAICOM--Thailand-s-First-Domestic-Satellite-System-2F3XC5J41FV.htmlCopyright © Boeing. All Rights Reserved.View Photo/Video onlyConceptually similar376W satellite, Brasilsat B, Second-Generation Spacecraft for Brazil376 Satellite, BSB, in Orbit376 Satellite, Thor III, in Orbit Above Norway376 Satellite, Galaxy, in OrbitAstra-3A 376HP Satellite in Orbit376 Satellite, Sirius 3, in OrbitBrasilsat A1 in Orbit601 ASTRA 2A and 376HP ASTRA 2D in Orbit Above the United Kingdom376 Satellite, BSAT-1, Broadcasting Blossoms for JapanView AllView more with similar tones 376 Satellite, THAICOM, Thailand's First Domestic Satellite SystemBuy A Print or License This PhotoWhat Type of Order?Usage:Mindful of the growing population and business base in Thailand, Shinawatra Computer and Communications Co. Ltd (SC&C) signed a contract with Hughes Space and Communications Company, today Boeing Satellite Development Center, in October 1991 to develop the country's first dedicated communications satellite system. Two satellites, light-weight versions of Hughes' popular Hughes 376 model, were ordered to be built and delivered in 24 and 28 months, respectively. The system was named THAICOM by His Majesty King Bhumiphol, to symbolize the link between Thailand and modern communications technology.BI216924 (91-03500)Maximum size:2970px × 3844px (~32 MB)9.9in × 12.8in (300dpi)License type:Rights ManagedKeywords:1990s-376 satellite-air to air-blue-currently in production-exteriors-flying-full body views-high-tech / advanced-illustrations-orbiting-outer space-satellites-solar panels-space-stars-textRelated Photo/Videos:View AllRelated Virtual folders:Boeing 376 Fleet
