Name: Optus B1 — Long March 2E
Start: 1992-08-13T23:00:00Z
End: 1992-08-13T23:00:00Z
Location: Launch Complex 2 (LC-2)

Question 1

What rocket is launching Optus B1?

Accepted Answer

Optus B1 is launching on the Long March 2E.

Question 2

Who is launching Optus B1?

Accepted Answer

Optus B1 is being launched by Ministry of Aerospace Industry, a government launch provider founded in 1988.

Question 3

Where is Optus B1 launching from?

Accepted Answer

Optus B1 is launching from Launch Complex 2 (LC-2) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

Question 4

What orbit is Optus B1 heading to?

Accepted Answer

Optus B1 is heading to Geostationary Orbit (Direct-GEO).

Question 5

Is the Long March 2E reusable?

Accepted Answer

No — the Long March 2E is an expendable launch vehicle.

Question 6

How many times has the Long March 2E flown?

Accepted Answer

The Long March 2E has launched 7 times to date, with 5 successful flights.

Question 7

What is the Optus B1 mission?

Accepted Answer

Australian communications satellite built by Hughes Space and Communications Company in California.

Optus B1

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