Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16
Ceres-1
Galactic Energy
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
Share ride launch of 2 satellites to SSO:
* Qiankun-1 Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) technology demonstration satellite for CSpace
* Xingshidai‐16 Earth observation satellite for ADASpace
Location
Launch Area 95A
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Launch Area 95A has witnessed the launch of 65 rockets, including 65 orbital launch attempts. While Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China, has been the site for 277 rocket launches.
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).
Rocket
Galactic Energy Ceres-1
Ceres-1 is the first solid propellant launch vehicle of Galactic Energy.
Agency
Galactic Energy
Galactic Energy is a private aerospace company headquartered in Beijing, China. Established by senior engineers in 2018, Galactic Energy engages in low-cost commercial space launch business.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Galactic Energy Ceres-1 Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 launch scheduled?
The Galactic Energy Ceres-1 Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Galactic Energy Ceres-1 Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 launch video?
You can watch the Galactic Energy Ceres-1 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Galactic Energy Ceres-1 Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 mission launch from?
The Galactic Energy Ceres-1 rocket launched from Launch Area 95A at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).
What rocket was used for the Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 mission?
The Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 mission launched aboard a Galactic Energy Ceres-1 rocket. Ceres-1 is the first solid propellant launch vehicle of Galactic Energy. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Galactic Energy Ceres-1 Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 launch?
The Galactic Energy Ceres-1 Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Galactic Energy Ceres-1 Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Galactic Energy Ceres-1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Qiankun-1 & Xingshidai‐16 mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Galactic Energy live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.