Ministry of Aerospace Industry Feng Yun 1A Long March 4A
About the Feng Yun 1A Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Polar Orbit
Chinese polar orbiting meteorological satellite
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 7
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
The Launch Complex 7 launch pad has hosted 32 rocket launches, including 32 orbital launch attempts. The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China launch site has been the location for 155 total rocket launches.
The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 4A Rocket
The Long March 4A was a chinese orbital carrier rocket. Its three stages were only used twice, both successfully.
Learn more about the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 4A 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 4A Feng Yun 1A launch scheduled?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 4A Feng Yun 1A launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 4A Feng Yun 1A mission launch from?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 4A rocket launched from Launch Complex 7 at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.
What rocket was used for the Feng Yun 1A mission?
The Feng Yun 1A mission launched aboard a Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 4A rocket. The Long March 4A was a chinese orbital carrier rocket. Its three stages were only used twice, both successfully. 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 4A Feng Yun 1A launch?
The Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 4A Feng Yun 1A 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 4A Feng Yun 1A launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Ministry of Aerospace Industry Long March 4A launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Feng Yun 1A 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.