Name: Tian Lian 1A — Long March 3C
Start: 2008-04-25T15:35:11Z
End: 2008-04-25T15:35:11Z
Location: Launch Complex 2 (LC-2)

Question 1

What rocket is launching Tian Lian 1A?

Accepted Answer

Tian Lian 1A is launching on the Long March 3C.

Question 2

Who is launching Tian Lian 1A?

Accepted Answer

Tian Lian 1A is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is Tian Lian 1A launching from?

Accepted Answer

Tian Lian 1A is launching from Launch Complex 2 (LC-2) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

Question 4

What orbit is Tian Lian 1A heading to?

Accepted Answer

Tian Lian 1A is heading to Geostationary Orbit (Direct-GEO).

Question 5

Is the Long March 3C reusable?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

How many times has the Long March 3C flown?

Accepted Answer

The Long March 3C has launched 14 times to date, with 14 successful flights.

Question 7

What is the Tian Lian 1A mission?

Accepted Answer

Chinese geostationary communications satellite

Tian Lian 1A

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