Ministry of Aerospace Industry Optus B2 Long March 2E
About the Optus B2 Mission
| Type | Communications |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Geostationary Orbit |
Australian communications satellite built by Hughes Space and Communications Company in California.
Structural failure of payload fairing or satellite 48 seconds after launch destroyed the satellite.
The launcher continued its flight to low earth orbit, where it successfully jettisoned the debris. The cause of the failure has never been identified with certainty.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 2 (LC-2)
Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
| Launches | 126 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 126 |
| Total Launches | 242 |
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.
CASC Long March 2E Rocket
The Long March 2E is a斯expendable launch vehicle made and operated by China. It is a two stage launch vehicle with storable propellants, consisting of Nitrogen Tetroxide and Unsymmetrical Dimethylhydrazine, augmented by 4 liquid fuel boosters using the same fuel.
| Length | 49.7 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 7.9 m |
| Stages | 3 |
| Launch Mass | 462.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 5,923.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 9,200 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 7/16/1990 |
About Ministry of Aerospace Industry
Chinese governmental entity in charge of space research from July 1988 to June 1993.
| Total Launches | 13 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 11 |
| Failed | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E Optus B2 launch scheduled?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E Optus B2 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E Optus B2 mission launch from?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E rocket launched from Launch Complex 2 (LC-2) 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 Optus B2 mission?
The Optus B2 mission launched aboard a Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E rocket. The Long March 2E is a斯expendable launch vehicle made and operated by China. It is a two stage launch vehicle with storable propellants, consisting of Nitrogen Tetroxide and Unsymmetrical Dimethylhydrazine, augmented by 4 liquid fuel boosters using the same fuel. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E Optus B2 launch?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E Optus B2 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 Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E Optus B2 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 2E launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Optus B2 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 Ministry of Aerospace Industry live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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