Question 1

What rocket is launching APStar-6D?

Accepted Answer

APStar-6D is launching on the Long March 3B/E.

Question 2

Who is launching APStar-6D?

Accepted Answer

APStar-6D is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is APStar-6D launching from?

Accepted Answer

APStar-6D 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 APStar-6D heading to?

Accepted Answer

APStar-6D is heading to Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO).

Question 5

Is the Long March 3B/E reusable?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

How many times has the Long March 3B/E flown?

Accepted Answer

The Long March 3B/E has launched 77 times to date, with 75 successful flights.

Question 7

What is the APStar-6D mission?

Accepted Answer

APStar-6D is a commercial communications satellite for APT Satellite Company Ltd under an end-to-end contract signed with China Great Wall Industry Corp. (CGWIC) for satellite production and launch services. It will deliver VSAT, video distribution, Direct-to-home television and cellular backhaul to the Asia-Pacific Region.

APStar-6D

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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