What rocket is launching WHG-03?

WHG-03 is launching on the Long March 3B/E.

Who is launching WHG-03?

WHG-03 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is WHG-03 launching from?

WHG-03 is launching from Launch Complex 2 (LC-2) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is WHG-03 heading to?

WHG-03 is heading to Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO).

Is the Long March 3B/E reusable?

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

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

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

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WHG-03

Communications

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 3B/EGTOorbit

Launch time

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 1:50 PM

Success

Overview

Chinese communication satellite with name meaning "Satellite Internet - High Orbit Satellite 03" in Chinese. Details TBD.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#6,774

CASC Mission

#485

Pad Launch

#113

Location Launch

#213

Designator

2024-181

Launch Window

NET

Oct 10, 2024, 1:50 PM

Precision

Minute

Schedule Changes

1 update

Lift Off

1:40 PM

Window Open

2:12 PM

Window Close

Launch Complex 2 (LC-2)

Total Launches

125

Orbital Attempts

125

Fastest Turnaround

16d 14h

Wikipedia Map

Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

The Xichang Satellite Launch Center is a spaceport in China. It is located in Zeyuan Town, northwest of Xichang, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan.

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

Local Launch Time

Oct 10, 2024, 9:50 PM

Total Launches

241

Total Landings

Coordinates

28.2460, 102.0266

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Frequently asked questions

Long March 3B/E Specs

The Long March 3B / E (G2) (CZ-3B / E) is one of the most successful medium-range launchers and the strongest variant of the CZ-3 series. It was specially developed for the transport of heavy communications satellites into a geostationary transfer orbit. The additional designation "E" stands for a higher payload fairing, stretched boosters and extended fuel tanks at the first stage, over the CZ-3B.

Length

56.3 m

Diameter

3.35 m

Launch Mass

456 t

Thrust

5,924 kN

Capacity

12,000 kg

Capacity

5,500 kg

Launch Cost

$70M

Reusable

Maiden Flight

2007

Fastest Turnaround

15d

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: May 13, 2007

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 Complex 2 (LC-2)

Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching WHG-03?

Who is launching WHG-03?

Where is WHG-03 launching from?

What orbit is WHG-03 heading to?

Is the Long March 3B/E reusable?

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

What is the WHG-03 mission?