National Aerospace Development Administration Malligyong-1b Chollima-1
About the Malligyong-1b Mission
- Type: Government/Top Secret
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
Malligyong-1b (meaning "Telescope-1") was the second attempt by North Korea to launch a satellite officially declared to be for military reconnaissance purposes. It failed to reach orbit.
Launch Pad & Location
Malligyong-1 Pad
Sohae Satellite Launching Station, Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province, Democratic People's Republic of Korea
The Malligyong-1 Pad launch pad has hosted 4 rocket launches, including 4 orbital launch attempts. The Sohae Satellite Launching Station, Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province, Democratic People's Republic of Korea launch site has been the location for 7 total 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.
Korean Committee of Space Technology 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.
Exact design is unknown, but fragments salvaged from the sea shows similarities with the previous Unha series of launch vehicles.
Learn more about the Korean Committee of Space Technology Chollima-1 Rocket
About 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 National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 Malligyong-1b launch scheduled?
The National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 Malligyong-1b launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 Malligyong-1b mission 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-1b mission?
The Malligyong-1b 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 the National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 Malligyong-1b launch?
The National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 Malligyong-1b 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 National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 Malligyong-1b launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest National Aerospace Development Administration Chollima-1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Malligyong-1b 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 National Aerospace Development Administration live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.