Question 1

What rocket is launching Yaogan-30-09?

Accepted Answer

Yaogan-30-09 is launching on the Long March 2C.

Question 2

Who is launching Yaogan-30-09?

Accepted Answer

Yaogan-30-09 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is Yaogan-30-09 launching from?

Accepted Answer

Yaogan-30-09 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 Yaogan-30-09 heading to?

Accepted Answer

Yaogan-30-09 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 Yaogan-30-09 mission?

Accepted Answer

The Yaogan-30 is a series of military remote sensing satellites which are launched in triplets. The satellites are spaced by 120° in their orbit.

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