What rocket is launching Tianzhou-8?

Tianzhou-8 is launching on the Long March 7.

Who is launching Tianzhou-8?

Tianzhou-8 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is Tianzhou-8 launching from?

Tianzhou-8 is launching from 201 at Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is Tianzhou-8 heading to?

Tianzhou-8 is heading to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

Is the Long March 7 reusable?

No — the Long March 7 is an expendable launch vehicle.

How many times has the Long March 7 flown?

The Long March 7 has launched 10 times to date, with 10 successful flights.

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Tianzhou-8

Resupply

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 7LEOorbit

Launch time

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 3:13 PM

Success

Overview

Seventh cargo delivery mission to the Chinese space station.

Mission details

Tiangong space station

Human Spaceflight

The Tiangong space station is a space station placed in Low Earth orbit between 340 and 450 km above the surface.

Apr 29, 2021 — ongoing

Wikipedia

Orbital Attempt

#6,804

CASC Mission

#493

Pad Launch

#20

Location Launch

#32

Designator

2024-211

Launch Window

NET

Nov 15, 2024, 3:13 PM

Precision

Second

Schedule Changes

1 update

Lift Off

3:03 PM

Window Open

3:20 PM

Window Close

201

Total Launches

Orbital Attempts

Fastest Turnaround

15d 16h

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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

Nov 15, 2024, 11:13 PM

Total Launches

Total Landings

Coordinates

19.6145, 110.9511

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Frequently asked questions

Long March 7 Specs

The Long March 7 is a Chinese liquid-fuelled launch vehicle of the Long March family, developed by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CAST). It made its inaugural flight on 25 June 2016 and is used to launch Tianzhou resupply spacecraft to the Chinese Space Station.

Length

53.1 m

Diameter

3.35 m

Thrust

7,128 kN

Capacity

13,500 kg

Capacity

5,500 kg

Reusable

Maiden Flight

2016

Fastest Turnaround

3mo 23d

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: Jun 25, 2016

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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

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Overview

Mission details

Launch Window

201

Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching Tianzhou-8?

Who is launching Tianzhou-8?

Where is Tianzhou-8 launching from?

What orbit is Tianzhou-8 heading to?

Is the Long March 7 reusable?

How many times has the Long March 7 flown?

What is the Tianzhou-8 mission?