ExPace Unknown Payload Kuaizhou 11
About the Unknown Payload Mission
| Type | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Unknown |
Details TBD.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Area 95A
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
| Launches | 69 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 69 |
| Total Launches | 302 |
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).
ExPace Kuaizhou 11 Rocket
The Kuaizhou-11 (KZ-11), is a planned Chinese commercial launch vehicle.
Reportedly, the payload is about 1000 kg for low earth orbit and 700 kg for a sun-synchronous orbit.
The three stage rocket is possibly based on the DF-31 missile. It consists of three solid-fueled stages. The principal diameter is 2.2 m and the launch weight is 78 tons. the first stage features four grid rudders. The vehicle is launched from a launch truck.
| Diameter | 2.2 m |
|---|---|
| Stages | 3 |
| Launch Mass | 78.0 T |
| LEO Capacity | 1,000 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 700 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 7/10/2020 |
About ExPace
ExPace is a Chinese space rocket company based in Wuhan, Hubei, China. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of missileer China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC), a Chinese state-owned company, and serves as its commercial rocket division. ExPace is focused on small satellite launchers to low Earth orbit.
| Total Launches | 35 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 31 |
| Failed | 4 |
| Pending | 1 |
| Consecutive Success | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the ExPace Kuaizhou 11 Unknown Payload launch scheduled?
The ExPace Kuaizhou 11 Unknown Payload launch is currently scheduled for:
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Launch times are subject to change based on weather conditions, technical readiness, and range availability. Check back regularly for the most up-to-date launch time and status updates.
Where is the ExPace Kuaizhou 11 Unknown Payload mission launching from?
The ExPace Kuaizhou 11 rocket will launch 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). For viewing location recommendations and tips, check the launch location details above.
What rocket is being used for the Unknown Payload mission?
The Unknown Payload mission will launch aboard a ExPace Kuaizhou 11 rocket. The Kuaizhou-11 (KZ-11), is a planned Chinese commercial launch vehicle. Reportedly, the payload is about 1000 kg for low earth orbit and 700 kg for a sun-synchronous orbit. The three stage rocket is possibly based on the DF-31 missile. It consists of three solid-fueled stages. The principal diameter is 2.2 m and the launch weight is 78 tons. the first stage features four grid rudders. The vehicle is launched from a launch truck. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could delay the ExPace Kuaizhou 11 Unknown Payload launch?
The ExPace Kuaizhou 11 Unknown Payload launch can be 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. Check the launch weather forecast above for current conditions and probability of favorable weather.
How can I get updates if the ExPace Kuaizhou 11 Unknown Payload launch is delayed?
This page is updated in real-time with the latest ExPace Kuaizhou 11 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Unknown Payload mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for the most current information. Enable push notifications through our mobile app to receive instant alerts about launch status changes, weather holds, or new launch times. We recommend following official ExPace live streams for the most immediate range updates.
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Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities extremely uncertain; possible launch with AZSPACE DEAR series experiments-hoisting spacecraft.