CAS Space SpaceSail Polar Group #17 Kinetica 2
Weather Forecast During Launch
Expect clear skies at the launch site during liftoff. The temperature will be 42°F. Clouds will cover 4% of the sky, and winds will be 6 mph. The forecast shows a 0% chance of precipitation.
About the SpaceSail Polar Group #17 Mission
| Type | Communications |
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| Orbit | Polar Orbit |
18 Low Earth Orbit communication satellites with Ku, Q and V band payloads for the G60 constellation operated by Shanghai Spacesail Technologies with funding backed by the Shanghai local government.
Initial constellation will consist of 1296 satellites by 2027 with long term plans to expand it to 12000 satellites.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Area 140
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
| Launches | 2 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 2 |
| Total Launches | 301 |
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).
CAS Space Kinetica 2 Rocket
| Length | 52.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.4 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 625.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 7,515.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 12,000 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 8,000 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 3/30/2026 |
About CAS Space
CAS Space is a spin-off company from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) that is operating and plans to operate various launch vehicles of the Zhongke series.
| Total Launches | 18 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 16 |
| Failed | 1 |
| Pending | 1 |
| Consecutive Success | 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the CAS Space Kinetica 2 SpaceSail Polar Group #17 launch scheduled?
The CAS Space Kinetica 2 SpaceSail Polar Group #17 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the CAS Space Kinetica 2 SpaceSail Polar Group #17 mission launch from?
The CAS Space Kinetica 2 rocket launched from Launch Area 140 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 SpaceSail Polar Group #17 mission?
The SpaceSail Polar Group #17 mission launched aboard a CAS Space Kinetica 2 rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the CAS Space Kinetica 2 SpaceSail Polar Group #17 launch?
The CAS Space Kinetica 2 SpaceSail Polar Group #17 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 CAS Space Kinetica 2 SpaceSail Polar Group #17 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest CAS Space Kinetica 2 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the SpaceSail Polar Group #17 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 CAS 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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Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities highly uncertain.