Name: Shiyan 31 — Long March 2D
Start: 2025-10-13T10:00:00Z
End: 2025-10-13T10:25:00Z
Location: Launch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603)

Question 1

What rocket is launching Shiyan 31?

Accepted Answer

Shiyan 31 is launching on the Long March 2D.

Question 2

Who is launching Shiyan 31?

Accepted Answer

Shiyan 31 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is Shiyan 31 launching from?

Accepted Answer

Shiyan 31 is launching from Launch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603) at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

Question 4

What orbit is Shiyan 31 heading to?

Accepted Answer

Shiyan 31 is heading to Polar Orbit (PO).

Question 5

Is the Long March 2D reusable?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

How many times has the Long March 2D flown?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

What is the Shiyan 31 mission?

Accepted Answer

Chinese satellite reported to be for "new optical imaging technological demonstration" purposes. Actual usage not known.

Shiyan 31

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