Question 1

What rocket is launching Fengyun-4A?

Accepted Answer

Fengyun-4A is launching on the Long March 3B.

Question 2

Who is launching Fengyun-4A?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Fengyun-4A launching from?

Accepted Answer

Fengyun-4A 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 Fengyun-4A heading to?

Accepted Answer

Fengyun-4A is heading to Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO).

Question 5

Is the Long March 3B reusable?

Accepted Answer

No — the Long March 3B is an expendable launch vehicle.

Question 6

How many times has the Long March 3B flown?

Accepted Answer

The Long March 3B has launched 24 times to date, with 21 successful flights.

Question 7

What is the Fengyun-4A mission?

Accepted Answer

Fengyun-4A (also known as FY-4A) is the first unit of the improved meteorological satellites series. Besides its main meteorological mission, it is also capable of solar observations for better space weather monitoring capabilites. The satellite is expected to operate for 5 years.

Fengyun-4A

Overview

Mission details

Launch Window

Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)

Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

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