Question 1

What rocket is launching XJS-A & XJS-B?

Accepted Answer

XJS-A & XJS-B is launching on the Long March 2C.

Question 2

Who is launching XJS-A & XJS-B?

Accepted Answer

XJS-A & XJS-B is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is XJS-A & XJS-B launching from?

Accepted Answer

XJS-A & XJS-B 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 XJS-A & XJS-B heading to?

Accepted Answer

XJS-A & XJS-B 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 XJS-A & XJS-B mission?

Accepted Answer

A pair of experimental satellites to conduct tests of intersatellite communication links and trial new Earth observation technology.

XJS-A & XJS-B

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