Shiyan 14 & Shiyan 15
Kuaizhou 1A
China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation
Mission
Shiyan 14 & Shiyan 15
- Type: Government/Top Secret
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
2 Chinese classified satellites.
Location
Mobile Launcher Pad
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Mobile Launcher Pad has witnessed the launch of 2 rockets, including 2 orbital launch attempts. While Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China, has been the site for 150 rocket launches.
The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.
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
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 Kuaizhou 1A launch scheduled?
The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A launch carrying the Shiyan 14 & Shiyan 15 mission was scheduled for:
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Where did the Kuaizhou 1A launch from?
The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kuaizhou 1A rocket launched from Mobile Launcher Pad at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.
What rocket was used for the Shiyan 14 & Shiyan 15 mission?
The Shiyan 14 & Shiyan 15 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 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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