XJS-G & XJS-H
Long March 11
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Mission
XJS-G & XJS-H
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
XJS-G and XJS-H are experimental small satellites which will be used for Earth observation.
Location
Mobile Launcher Pad
Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People’s Republic of China
Mobile Launcher Pad has witnessed the launch of 5 rockets, including 5 orbital launch attempts, while Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People’s Republic of China, has been the site for 202 rocket launches.
Rocket
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 11
Agency
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.
