Dong Fang Hong 1
Long March 1
Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry
Mission
Dong Fang Hong 1
- Type: Technology
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
Dong Fang Hong 1 (DFH-1) was the first Chinese satellite. This was the first satellite launched by China on its own booster, making China the fifth nation to put a spacecraft into orbit using its own rocket.
The satellite was developed under the direction of Tsien Hsue-Shen, dean of the Chinese Academy of Space Technology (CAST). The experimental satellite was a nearly spherically shaped symmetrical 72-faced polyhedron with a 1-meter diameter. It was battery-powered and carried a radio transmitter. The primary mission was to broadcast the song "Dong Fang Hong", paying tribute to Chairman Mao, and to announce the time.
A total of five identical satellites were built to have backups in case of launch failures. The first satellite launched successfully.
Location
Launch Area 2A
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Launch Area 2A has witnessed the launch of 2 rockets, including 2 orbital launch attempts. While Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China, has been the site for 277 rocket launches.
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).
Rocket
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 1
Agency
Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry
Chinese governmental entity in charge of space research from November 1964 to April 1982.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 Dong Fang Hong 1 launch scheduled?
The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 Dong Fang Hong 1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 Dong Fang Hong 1 mission launch from?
The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 rocket launched from Launch Area 2A 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).
What rocket was used for the Dong Fang Hong 1 mission?
The Dong Fang Hong 1 mission launched aboard a Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 Dong Fang Hong 1 launch?
The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 Dong Fang Hong 1 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 Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 Dong Fang Hong 1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Dong Fang Hong 1 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 Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
