China National Space Administration Chang'e 6 Chang'e
About the Chang'e 6 Mission
- Type: Lunar Exploration
- Orbit: Lunar Orbit
Return flight of Chang'e 6 from the Moon.
Launch Pad & Location
Chang’e 6 landing site
Apollo crater, Moon
The Chang’e 6 landing site launch pad has hosted 1 rocket launches, including 1 orbital launch attempts. The Apollo crater, Moon launch site has been the location for 1 total rocket launches.
Apollo, also called the Apollo basin, is an enormous impact crater located in the southern hemisphere on the far side of the Moon. This formation dwarfs the large crater Oppenheimer that is located next to the western rim. The crater Barringer lies across the northern wall. To the southeast is the crater Anders, and Kleymenov is just to the east of the rim.
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Chang'e Sample Ascender Rocket
Sample ascent stage of the Chang'e 5 and 6 missions.
About China National Space Administration
The China National Space Administration (CNSA) is the national space agency of the People's Republic of China. It is responsible for the national space program and for planning and development of space activities. CNSA and China Aerospace Corporation (CASC) assumed the authority over space development efforts previously held by the Ministry of Aerospace Industry. The CNSA has many launch sites around China with their orbital sites located in Jiuquan, Xichang, Taiyuan and Wenchang.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the China National Space Administration Chang'e Chang'e 6 launch scheduled?
The China National Space Administration Chang'e Chang'e 6 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the China National Space Administration Chang'e Chang'e 6 mission launch from?
The China National Space Administration Chang'e rocket launched from Chang’e 6 landing site at Apollo crater, Moon. Apollo, also called the Apollo basin, is an enormous impact crater located in the southern hemisphere on the far side of the Moon. This formation dwarfs the large crater Oppenheimer that is located next to the western rim. The crater Barringer lies across the northern wall. To the southeast is the crater Anders, and Kleymenov is just to the east of the rim.
What rocket was used for the Chang'e 6 mission?
The Chang'e 6 mission launched aboard a China National Space Administration Chang'e rocket. Sample ascent stage of the Chang'e 5 and 6 missions. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the China National Space Administration Chang'e Chang'e 6 launch?
The China National Space Administration Chang'e Chang'e 6 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 China National Space Administration Chang'e Chang'e 6 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest China National Space Administration Chang'e launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Chang'e 6 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 China National Space Administration live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.