Malligyong-1a
Chollima-1
National Aerospace Development Administration
Mission
Malligyong-1a
- Type: Government/Top Secret
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
Malligyong-1a (meaning "Telescope-1") was the first attempt by North Korea to launch a satellite officially declared to be for military reconnaissance purposes. It failed to reach orbit.
Officially declared to be a 2nd stage engine failure after start-up.
Location
Malligyong-1 Pad
Sohae Satellite Launching Station, Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province, Democratic People's Republic of Korea
Malligyong-1 Pad has witnessed the launch of 4 rockets, including 4 orbital launch attempts. While Sohae Satellite Launching Station, Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, has been the site for 7 rocket launches.
Sohae Satellite Launching Station is a rocket launching site in Tongch'ang-ri, Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province, North Korea. The base is located among hills close to the northern border with China. The spaceport was built on the site of the village Pongdong-ri which was displaced during construction.
Rocket
Korean Committee of Space Technology Chollima-1
North Korea space launch vehicle (with possible linkage to their ballistic missile program) debuting in May 2023, named after a mythical horse of extreme endurance.
Exact design is unknown, but fragments salvaged from the sea shows similarities with the previous Unha series of launch vehicles.
Agency
National Aerospace Development Administration
National Aerospace Development Administration is the official space agency of North Korea, succeeding the Korean Committee of Space Technology (KCST). It was founded on April 1, 2013.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Chollima-1 launch scheduled?
The National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 launch carrying the Malligyong-1a mission was scheduled for:
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Where did the Chollima-1 launch from?
The National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 rocket launched from Malligyong-1 Pad at Sohae Satellite Launching Station, Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province, Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Sohae Satellite Launching Station is a rocket launching site in Tongch'ang-ri, Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province, North Korea. The base is located among hills close to the northern border with China. The spaceport was built on the site of the village Pongdong-ri which was displaced during construction.
What rocket was used for the Malligyong-1a mission?
The Malligyong-1a mission launched aboard a National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 rocket. North Korea space launch vehicle (with possible linkage to their ballistic missile program) debuting in May 2023, named after a mythical horse of extreme endurance. <br> <br>Exact design is unknown, but fragments salvaged from the sea shows similarities with the previous Unha series of launch vehicles. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed this launch?
The Chollima-1 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 launch is delayed?
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