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Maiden Flight
Test Flight
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)GovernmentLong March 5B
LEOorbit
This is the maiden flight of Long March 5B rocket, which is to be used for delivering modules for China's new space station. This launch is also the first test flight for China's new generation crewed spacecraft.
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at 10:00 AM
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Mission details
Orbital Attempt
#5,952
CASC Mission
#278
Pad Launch
#4
Location Launch
#7
Designator
2020-027
Launch Window
NET
May 5, 2020, 10:00 AM
Schedule Changes
1 update
Long March 5B Specs
The configuration of the CZ-5B variant consists of the Long March 5 core stage with its four strapped-on liquid-fueled boosters, but the usual second stage will be absent; in place of the second stage would be heavier low earth orbit payloads.
Length
53.66 m
Diameter
5 m
Launch Mass
837 t
Thrust
10,565 kN
LEO Capacity
25,000 kg
Reusable
No
Maiden Flight
2020
Fastest Turnaround
3mo 9d
Total Launches
4
Successful
4
Failed
0
Consecutive Success
4
Maiden flight: May 5, 2020
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
May 5, 2020, 6:00 PM
Total Launches
62
Total Landings
0
Coordinates
19.6145, 110.9511