Ministry of Aerospace Industry DFH-2A 3 Long March 3
About the DFH-2A 3 Mission
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Geostationary Orbit
Chinese geostationary communications satellite
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)
Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
The Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1) launch pad has hosted 108 rocket launches, including 108 orbital launch attempts. The Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China launch site has been the location for 240 total rocket launches.
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.
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 3 Rocket
The Long March 3 is a chinese orbital carrier rocket. They all launched from Launch Area 3 at the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. It is a 3 stage rocket used to put communication satellites into geosynchronous trasfer orbits.
Learn more about the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 3 Rocket
About Ministry of Aerospace Industry
Chinese governmental entity in charge of space research from July 1988 to June 1993.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 3 DFH-2A 3 launch scheduled?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 3 DFH-2A 3 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 3 DFH-2A 3 mission launch from?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 3 rocket launched from Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1) 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 DFH-2A 3 mission?
The DFH-2A 3 mission launched aboard a Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 3 rocket. The Long March 3 is a chinese orbital carrier rocket. They all launched from Launch Area 3 at the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. It is a 3 stage rocket used to put communication satellites into geosynchronous trasfer orbits. 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 3 DFH-2A 3 launch?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 3 DFH-2A 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 Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 3 DFH-2A 3 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 3 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the DFH-2A 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 Ministry of Aerospace Industry live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.