Question 1

What rocket is launching Geely Constellation Group 02?

Accepted Answer

Geely Constellation Group 02 is launching on the Long March 2C.

Question 2

Who is launching Geely Constellation Group 02?

Accepted Answer

Geely Constellation Group 02 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is Geely Constellation Group 02 launching from?

Accepted Answer

Geely Constellation Group 02 is launching from Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

Question 4

What orbit is Geely Constellation Group 02 heading to?

Accepted Answer

Geely Constellation Group 02 is heading to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

Question 5

Is the Long March 2C reusable?

Accepted Answer

No — the Long March 2C is an expendable launch vehicle.

Question 6

How many times has the Long March 2C flown?

Accepted Answer

The Long March 2C has launched 65 times to date, with 64 successful flights.

Question 7

What is the Geely Constellation Group 02 mission?

Accepted Answer

11 LEO communications satellites for Chinese car manufacturer Geely Automotive for testing autonomous driving/inter-vehicle communication services. They also carry payloads for ocean observation.

Geely Constellation Group 02

Overview

Mission details

Launch Window

Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)

Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

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