What rocket is launching Beijing-3?

Beijing-3 is launching on the Long March 2D.

Who is launching Beijing-3?

Beijing-3 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is Beijing-3 launching from?

Beijing-3 is launching from Launch Complex 9 at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is Beijing-3 heading to?

Beijing-3 is heading to Sun-Synchronous Orbit (SSO).

Is the Long March 2D reusable?

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

How many times has the Long March 2D flown?

The Long March 2D has launched 100 times to date, with 99 successful flights.

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Beijing-3

Earth Science

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 2DSSOorbit

Launch time

Friday, June 11, 2021 at 3:03 AM

Success

Overview

0.5 m resolution Earth observation satellite for Twenty First Century Aerospace Technology Company Ltd.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#6,089

CASC Mission

#320

Pad Launch

#50

Location Launch

#92

Designator

2021-050

Launch Window

NET

Jun 11, 2021, 3:03 AM

Schedule Changes

1 update

Lift Off

2:56 AM

Window Open

3:18 AM

Window Close

Launch Complex 9

Total Launches

Orbital Attempts

Fastest Turnaround

16d 20h

Map

Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

Local Launch Time

Jun 11, 2021, 11:03 AM

Total Launches

157

Total Landings

Coordinates

38.8491, 111.6080

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Frequently asked questions

Long March 2D Specs

The Long March 2D, also known as the Chang Zheng 2D, CZ-2D and LM-2D, is a Chinese orbital carrier rocket. It is a 2-stage carrier rocket mainly used for launching LEO and SSO satellites.

Length

38.3 m

Diameter

3.35 m

Launch Mass

232 t

Thrust

2,962 kN

Capacity

3,500 kg

Capacity

0 kg

Capacity

1,300 kg

Launch Cost

$30M

Reusable

Maiden Flight

1992

Fastest Turnaround

1d 20h

Total Launches

100

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: Aug 9, 1992

Wikipedia

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.

Founded

1999

Administrator

Chairman & President: Lei Fanpei

Total Launches

604

Successful

589

Failed

Pending

Consecutive Success

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Overview

Mission details

Launch Window

Launch Complex 9

Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching Beijing-3?

Who is launching Beijing-3?

Where is Beijing-3 launching from?

What orbit is Beijing-3 heading to?

Is the Long March 2D reusable?

How many times has the Long March 2D flown?

What is the Beijing-3 mission?