What rocket is launching Feng Yun 3A?

Feng Yun 3A is launching on the Long March 4C.

Who is launching Feng Yun 3A?

Feng Yun 3A is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is Feng Yun 3A launching from?

Feng Yun 3A is launching from Launch Complex 7 at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is Feng Yun 3A heading to?

Feng Yun 3A is heading to Polar Orbit (PO).

Is the Long March 4C reusable?

No — the Long March 4C is an expendable launch vehicle.

How many times has the Long March 4C flown?

The Long March 4C has launched 60 times to date, with 58 successful flights.

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Feng Yun 3A

Name: Feng Yun 3A — Long March 4C
Start: 2008-05-27T03:02:33Z
End: 2008-05-27T03:02:33Z
Location: Launch Complex 7

Earth Science

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 4CPOorbit

Overview

Chinese 2nd generation polar orbiting meteorological satellite

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#4,911

CASC Mission

#52

Pad Launch

#24

Location Launch

#27

Designator

2008-026

Launch Window

NET

May 27, 2008, 3:02 AM

Schedule Changes

1 update

Launch Complex 7

Total Launches

Orbital Attempts

Fastest Turnaround

22d 8h

Map

Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

Local Launch Time

May 27, 2008, 11:02 AM

Total Launches

157

Total Landings

Coordinates

38.8491, 111.6080

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Frequently asked questions

Long March 4C Specs

The Long March 4C, also known as the Chang Zheng 4C, CZ-4C and LM-4C, previously designated Long March 4B-II, is a Chinese orbital carrier rocket. It is launched from the Jiuquan, Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre and Xichangs, and consists of 3 stages. Long March 4C vehicles have been used to launch the Yaogan-1, Yaogan-3 SAR satellites and the Fengyun-3A polar orbiting meteorological satellite. On December 15, 2009 a Long March 4C was used to launch Yaogan 8.

Reusable

Maiden Flight

2006

Fastest Turnaround

8d 18h

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: Apr 26, 2006

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

Wikipedia Website

Overview

Mission details

Launch Window

Launch Complex 7

Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching Feng Yun 3A?

Who is launching Feng Yun 3A?

Where is Feng Yun 3A launching from?

What orbit is Feng Yun 3A heading to?

Is the Long March 4C reusable?

How many times has the Long March 4C flown?

What is the Feng Yun 3A mission?