Question 1

What rocket is launching Tiantong1-01?

Accepted Answer

Tiantong1-01 is launching on the Long March 3B/E.

Question 2

Who is launching Tiantong1-01?

Accepted Answer

Tiantong1-01 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is Tiantong1-01 launching from?

Accepted Answer

Tiantong1-01 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 Tiantong1-01 heading to?

Accepted Answer

Tiantong1-01 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 Tiantong1-01 mission?

Accepted Answer

Tiantong1-01 is a mobile telecommunications satellite developed by Chinese Academy of Space Technology (CASC) and will be operated by China Satcom to provide around the clock coverage in China, Middle East, Africa, the Pacific Ocean & Indian Ocean.

Tiantong1-01

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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