During final pre-launch checks for the Ariane 5 ECA's mission with Skynet 5C and Turksat 3A, the result of a launcher software test was not nominal.

Therefore, Arianespace has decided to stop the launch countdown. The launch vehicle and the two payloads are in a safe condition.

A new date for the mission will be announced as soon as possible.

More news on ArianeSpace web site and on www.turksat.com.tr