Failure
Shijian 18
Communications
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)GovernmentLong March 5/YZ-2
GTOorbit
Shijian 18 is a Chinese experimental geostationary satellite based on the new DFH-5 Bus. Reportedly the transmission capacity of the satellite is double that of current Chinese communications satellites, allowing more television channels and clearer programs to be transmitted. The new satellite will also improve internet connectivity and accessibility as well as reduce users' costs.
Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 11:23 AM
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Mission details
Orbital Attempt
#5,658
CASC Mission
#197
Pad Launch
#2
Location Launch
#4
Launch Window
NET
Jul 2, 2017, 11:23 AM
Schedule Changes
1 update
Long March 5/YZ-2 Specs
Reusable
No
Maiden Flight
2016
Fastest Turnaround
8mo
Total Launches
2
Successful
1
Failed
1
Consecutive Success
0
Maiden flight: Nov 3, 2016
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
592
Successful
577
Failed
15
Pending
9
Consecutive Success
18
Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China
The Wenchang Space Launch Site is a rocket launch site located in Wenchang on the island of Hainan, in China. Formally a suborbital test center, it currently serves as China's southernmost spaceport. The site was selected for its low latitude, 19° north of the equator, allowing for larger payloads to be launched. It is capable of launching the Long March 5, the heaviest Chinese rocket. Unlike launch facilities on the mainland, Wenchang uses its seaport for deliveries.
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Local Launch Time
Jul 2, 2017, 7:23 PM
Total Launches
62
Total Landings
0
Coordinates
19.6145, 110.9511