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FSW-0 3

Long March 2

Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry

Launch Status
Success

Mission

FSW-0 3

  • Type: Government/Top Secret
  • Orbit: Low Earth Orbit

Chinese Fanhui Shi Weixing recoverable reconnaissance satellite

Location

Launch Area 2B

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Launch Area 2B has witnessed the launch of 26 rockets, including 26 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 2A

The Long March 2 is a rocket family of expendable launch vehicles operated by China

Learn more about the Long March 2A

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 2A FSW-0 3 launch scheduled?

The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 2A FSW-0 3 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 2A FSW-0 3 mission launch from?

The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 2A rocket launched from Launch Area 2B 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 FSW-0 3 mission?

The FSW-0 3 mission launched aboard a Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 2A rocket. The Long March 2 is a rocket family of expendable launch vehicles operated by China 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 2A FSW-0 3 launch?

The Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 2A FSW-0 3 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 2A FSW-0 3 launch was delayed?

This page was updated in real-time with the latest Seventh Ministry of Machine Building Industry Long March 2A launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the FSW-0 3 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.

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