Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B Feng Bao 1
About the Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B Mission
- Type: Astrophysics
- Orbit: Elliptical Orbit
Three Chinese experimental satellites designed to study the micrometeoroids and debris environment in near-Earth space
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Area 2B
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
The Launch Area 2B launch pad has hosted 26 rocket launches, including 26 orbital launch attempts. The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China launch site has been the location for 287 total 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).
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Feng Bao 1 Rocket
The Feng Bao 1 was a Chinese carrier rocket launched between 1972 and 1981. It was replaced by the nearly identical Long March 2, which had been developed at the same time for political reasons related to China's Cultural Revolution.
Learn more about the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Feng Bao 1 Rocket
About Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry
Chinese governmental entity in charge of space research from November 1964 to April 1982.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B launch scheduled?
The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B mission launch from?
The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 rocket launched from Launch Area 2B 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 Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B mission?
The Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B mission launched aboard a Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 rocket. The Feng Bao 1 was a Chinese carrier rocket launched between 1972 and 1981. It was replaced by the nearly identical Long March 2, which had been developed at the same time for political reasons related to China's Cultural Revolution. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B launch?
The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B 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 Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Feng Bao 1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Shi Jian 2, 2A, 2B 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 Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.