Galaxy 19 is a communications satellite owned by Intelsat located at 97В° West longitude, serving the North American market. Galaxy 19 replaced Galaxy 25 which is nearing the end of its design life and has been moved to 93.1В°W longitude.
It was built by Space Systems/Loral, as part of its FS-1300 line. Galaxy 19 was formerly known as Intelsat Americas 9 and was successfully launched September 24, 2008. The clients for Galaxy 19 include the previous clients for Galaxy 25. Expanded services include higher-powered Ku-band transponders.
Galaxy 19 was launched using Sea Launch
| Position | 97В° West |
| Expected lifetime | 13+ (20) yrs |
| Launch date | 24.09.2008 |
| Orbit | GEO |
| Operator | Intelsat |
| Beacon(s) | 3700.5H, 4199.5V 3709, 4191, 12197.5, 12198, 11702, 11702.5 |
| Ku-band Payload | 28 transponders |
Ku-band
