Eutelsat 31A
| Company type | Communications satellite |
|---|---|
| Industry | Satellite communications |
Area served | Europe, Turkey |
| Products | Broadband and broadcasting services |
| Parent | Eutelsat |
Eutelsat 31A, previously known as e-Bird, Eurobird 3, and Eutelsat 33A, is a communications satellite operated by Eutelsat that offers broadband and broadcasting services throughout Europe.
Since May 2014, the satellite has been positioned at 31° East, having moved from its former location at 33° East. Eutelsat 31A is designed to support interactive broadband, occasional broadcasting, professional video transmission, and data networks such as Estar by Technologie Satelitarne.
Equipped with 20 Ku band transponders, the satellite utilizes four overlapping spot beams that cover Europe and Turkey. This arrangement allows communication hubs within the primary beam regions to operate efficiently, providing comprehensive pan-European service.