HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E
Kuaizhou 1A
ExPace
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
5 commercial ship/traffic AIS tracking satellites.
Location
Mobile Launcher Pad
Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Mobile Launcher Pad has witnessed the launch of 8 rockets, including 8 orbital launch attempts. While Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China, has been the site for 237 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.
Rocket
ExPace Kuaizhou 1A
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.
Agency
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 Kuaizhou 1A launch scheduled?
The ExPace Kuaizhou 1A launch carrying the HEAD-3A/B/C/D/E mission was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Kuaizhou 1A 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 Kuaizhou 1A 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 this launch?
The Kuaizhou 1A 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 launch is delayed?
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