Name: DFH-2A 4 — Long March 3
Start: 1990-02-04T12:27:03Z
End: 1990-02-04T12:27:03Z
Location: Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)

Question 1

What rocket is launching DFH-2A 4?

Accepted Answer

DFH-2A 4 is launching on the Long March 3.

Question 2

Who is launching DFH-2A 4?

Accepted Answer

DFH-2A 4 is being launched by Ministry of Aerospace Industry, a government launch provider founded in 1988.

Question 3

Where is DFH-2A 4 launching from?

Accepted Answer

DFH-2A 4 is launching from Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

Question 4

What orbit is DFH-2A 4 heading to?

Accepted Answer

DFH-2A 4 is heading to Geostationary Orbit (Direct-GEO).

Question 5

Is the Long March 3 reusable?

Accepted Answer

No — the Long March 3 is an expendable launch vehicle.

Question 6

How many times has the Long March 3 flown?

Accepted Answer

The Long March 3 has launched 13 times to date, with 10 successful flights.

Question 7

What is the DFH-2A 4 mission?

Accepted Answer

Chinese geostationary communications satellite

DFH-2A 4

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