What rocket is launching Tianhui 4?

Tianhui 4 is launching on the Long March 2D.

Who is launching Tianhui 4?

Tianhui 4 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is Tianhui 4 launching from?

Tianhui 4 is launching from Launch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603) at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is Tianhui 4 heading to?

Tianhui 4 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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Tianhui 4

Earth Science

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 2DSSOorbit

Launch time

Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at 11:13 AM

Success

Overview

Chinese cartography satellite, details TBD.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#6,180

CASC Mission

#351

Pad Launch

#83

Location Launch

#157

Designator

2021-134

Launch Window

NET

Dec 29, 2021, 11:13 AM

Schedule Changes

1 update

Lift Off

11:05 AM

Window Open

11:53 AM

Window Close

Launch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603)

Total Launches

137

Orbital Attempts

137

Fastest Turnaround

10d 18h

Wikipedia Map

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

Local Launch Time

Dec 29, 2021, 7:13 PM

Total Launches

291

Total Landings

Coordinates

40.9581, 100.2911

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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 Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603)

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching Tianhui 4?

Who is launching Tianhui 4?

Where is Tianhui 4 launching from?

What orbit is Tianhui 4 heading to?

Is the Long March 2D reusable?

How many times has the Long March 2D flown?

What is the Tianhui 4 mission?