What rocket is launching Zhiyuan 1-02E?

Zhiyuan 1-02E is launching on the Long March 4C.

Who is launching Zhiyuan 1-02E?

Zhiyuan 1-02E is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is Zhiyuan 1-02E launching from?

Zhiyuan 1-02E is launching from Launch Complex 9 at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is Zhiyuan 1-02E heading to?

Zhiyuan 1-02E is heading to Sun-Synchronous Orbit (SSO).

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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Zhiyuan 1-02E

Earth Science

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 4CSSOorbit

Launch time

Sunday, December 26, 2021 at 3:11 AM

Success

Overview

ZY-1 02E is a Chinese Earth observation satellite. The primary objective is to acquire high-resolution (5 meter) panchromatic and multispectral imagery for land resource surveys, disaster monitoring, forestry and ecological monitoring.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#6,177

CASC Mission

#350

Pad Launch

#56

Location Launch

#101

Designator

2021-131

Launch Window

NET

Dec 26, 2021, 3:11 AM

Schedule Changes

1 update

Lift Off

3:05 AM

Window Open

3:39 AM

Window Close

Launch Complex 9

Total Launches

Orbital Attempts

Fastest Turnaround

16d 20h

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

Dec 26, 2021, 11:11 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 9

Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching Zhiyuan 1-02E?

Who is launching Zhiyuan 1-02E?

Where is Zhiyuan 1-02E launching from?

What orbit is Zhiyuan 1-02E heading to?

Is the Long March 4C reusable?

How many times has the Long March 4C flown?

What is the Zhiyuan 1-02E mission?