Question 1

What rocket is launching Tianlian 1-05?

Accepted Answer

Tianlian 1-05 is launching on the Long March 3C/E.

Question 2

Who is launching Tianlian 1-05?

Accepted Answer

Tianlian 1-05 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Question 3

Where is Tianlian 1-05 launching from?

Accepted Answer

Tianlian 1-05 is launching from Launch Complex 2 (LC-2) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

Question 4

What orbit is Tianlian 1-05 heading to?

Accepted Answer

Tianlian 1-05 is heading to Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO).

Question 5

Is the Long March 3C/E reusable?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

What is the Tianlian 1-05 mission?

Accepted Answer

Tianlian 1, also known as Tian Lian 1, TL-1, and CTDRS-1 is a Chinese data tracking and relay communications satellite series. Based on the DFH-3 satellite bus, it will provide communication coverage for manned Shenzhou missions, from Shenzhou 7 onwards. Functionally, it is similar to the United States Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System.

Tianlian 1-05

Overview

Mission details

Launch Window

Launch Complex 2 (LC-2)

Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

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