Question 1

What rocket is launching TJS-4 (TJSW-4)?

Accepted Answer

TJS-4 (TJSW-4) is launching on the Long March 3B/E.

Question 2

Who is launching TJS-4 (TJSW-4)?

Accepted Answer

TJS-4 (TJSW-4) is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is TJS-4 (TJSW-4) launching from?

Accepted Answer

TJS-4 (TJSW-4) is launching from Launch Complex 2 (LC-2) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

Question 4

What orbit is TJS-4 (TJSW-4) heading to?

Accepted Answer

TJS-4 (TJSW-4) 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 TJS-4 (TJSW-4) mission?

Accepted Answer

TJS-4 is a geosynchronous satellite which is used for multi-band and high-rate satellite communication technology verification.

TJS-4 (TJSW-4)

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