China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Chuangxin-16 Kuaizhou 1A
About the Chuangxin-16 Mission
- Type: Government/Top Secret
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
2 satellites of unknown purposes built by Chinese Academy of Sciences.
Launch Pad & Location
Mobile Launcher Pad
Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
The Mobile Launcher Pad launch pad has hosted 8 rocket launches, including 8 orbital launch attempts. The Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China launch site has been the location for 240 total rocket launches.
The Xichang Satellite Launch Center is a spaceport in China. It is located in Zeyuan Town, northwest of Xichang, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan.
ExPace Kuaizhou 1A Rocket
Kuaizhou is a family of Chinese "quick-reaction" orbital launch vehicles. Flying since 2013, Kuaizhou 1 and 1A consist of three solid-fueled rocket stages, with a liquid-fueled fourth stage as part of the satellite system.
About China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation
The China Aerospace Science & Industry Corporation Limited (CASIC) is a Chinese state-owned corporation that designs, develops and manufactures a range of spacecrafts, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A Chuangxin-16 launch scheduled?
The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A Chuangxin-16 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A Chuangxin-16 mission launch from?
The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A rocket launched from Mobile Launcher Pad at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. The Xichang Satellite Launch Center is a spaceport in China. It is located in Zeyuan Town, northwest of Xichang, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan.
What rocket was used for the Chuangxin-16 mission?
The Chuangxin-16 mission launched aboard a China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A rocket. Kuaizhou is a family of Chinese "quick-reaction" orbital launch vehicles. Flying since 2013, Kuaizhou 1 and 1A consist of three solid-fueled rocket stages, with a liquid-fueled fourth stage as part of the satellite system. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A Chuangxin-16 launch?
The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A Chuangxin-16 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 China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A Chuangxin-16 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Chuangxin-16 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 China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.