What rocket is launching Yaogan 45?

Yaogan 45 is launching on the Long March 7A.

Who is launching Yaogan 45?

Yaogan 45 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is Yaogan 45 launching from?

Yaogan 45 is launching from 201 at Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is Yaogan 45 heading to?

Yaogan 45 is heading to Medium Earth Orbit (MEO).

Is the Long March 7A reusable?

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

How many times has the Long March 7A flown?

The Long March 7A has launched 16 times to date, with 15 successful flights.

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Yaogan 45

Government/Top Secret

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 7AMEOorbit

Overview

A Chinese military “remote sensing” satellite of unknown purposes.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#7,057

CASC Mission

#541

Pad Launch

#25

Location Launch

#45

Designator

2025-202

Launch Window

NET

Sep 9, 2025, 2:00 AM

Precision

Minute

Schedule Changes

1 update

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

Sep 9, 2025, 10:00 AM

Total Launches

Total Landings

Coordinates

19.6145, 110.9511

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Frequently asked questions

Long March 7A Specs

Reusable

Maiden Flight

2020

Fastest Turnaround

27d 8h

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: Mar 16, 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

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 Yaogan 45?

Who is launching Yaogan 45?

Where is Yaogan 45 launching from?

What orbit is Yaogan 45 heading to?

Is the Long March 7A reusable?

How many times has the Long March 7A flown?

What is the Yaogan 45 mission?