ExPace HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E Kuaizhou 1A
Rocket Launch Video Stream
About the HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E Mission
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
5 commercial ship/traffic AIS tracking satellites.
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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ExPace Kuaizhou 1A HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E launch scheduled?
The ExPace Kuaizhou 1A HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ExPace Kuaizhou 1A HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E launch video?
You can watch the ExPace Kuaizhou 1A launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the ExPace Kuaizhou 1A HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E mission launch from?
The ExPace 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 HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E mission?
The HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E mission launched aboard a 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. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ExPace Kuaizhou 1A HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E launch?
The ExPace Kuaizhou 1A HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E 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 ExPace Kuaizhou 1A HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ExPace Kuaizhou 1A launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E 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 ExPace live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.