i-Space Dummy Payload Hyperbola-1
About the Dummy Payload Mission
| Type | Test Flight |
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| Orbit | Sun-Synchronous Orbit |
Test launch of Hyperbola-1 to test reliability after 3 successive failures in 2021-22.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Area 95A
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
| Launches | 66 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 66 |
| Total Launches | 287 |
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).
i-Space Hyperbola-1 Rocket
i-Space's first orbital rocket.
| Length | 38.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 2.5 m |
| Stages | 4 |
| LEO Capacity | 300 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 7/25/2019 |
About i-Space
i-Space is a Chinese private space launch company based in Beijing and founded in October 2016.
| Total Launches | 8 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 4 |
| Failed | 4 |
| Pending | 1 |
| Consecutive Success | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the i-Space Hyperbola-1 Dummy Payload launch scheduled?
The i-Space Hyperbola-1 Dummy Payload launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the i-Space Hyperbola-1 Dummy Payload mission launch from?
The i-Space Hyperbola-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 Dummy Payload mission?
The Dummy Payload mission launched aboard a i-Space Hyperbola-1 rocket. i-Space's first orbital rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the i-Space Hyperbola-1 Dummy Payload launch?
The i-Space Hyperbola-1 Dummy Payload 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 i-Space Hyperbola-1 Dummy Payload launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest i-Space Hyperbola-1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Dummy Payload 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 i-Space live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
Last Updated
Last Updated:
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Launch success.
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April 7 launch date confirmed per NOTAMs.
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Reverting back to April TBD due to no update to NOTAMs and rumors of another delay.
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NET April 5 per NOTAMs.
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Launch apparently delayed with related NOTAMs cancelled and reported by insiders.
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Tweaked T-0.
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Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities very uncertain.