Feng Yun 1C
Long March 4B
China Aerospace Corporation
Mission
Feng Yun 1C
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Polar Orbit
Chinese polar orbiting meteorological satellite
Location
Launch Complex 7
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Launch Complex 7 has witnessed the launch of 32 rockets, including 32 orbital launch attempts. While Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China, has been the site for 150 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.
Rocket
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 4B
The Long March 4B (Chinese: 长征四号乙火箭), also known as the Chang Zheng 4B, CZ-4B and LM-4B is a Chinese orbital carrier rocket. Launched from Launch Complex 1 at the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, it is a 3-stage rocket, used mostly to place satellites into low Earth and sun synchronous orbits.
Agency
China Aerospace Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B Feng Yun 1C launch scheduled?
The China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B Feng Yun 1C launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B Feng Yun 1C mission launch from?
The China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B 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 1C mission?
The Feng Yun 1C mission launched aboard a China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B rocket. The Long March 4B (Chinese: 长征四号乙火箭), also known as the Chang Zheng 4B, CZ-4B and LM-4B is a Chinese orbital carrier rocket. Launched from Launch Complex 1 at the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, it is a 3-stage rocket, used mostly to place satellites into low Earth and sun synchronous orbits. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B Feng Yun 1C launch?
The China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B Feng Yun 1C 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 China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B Feng Yun 1C launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest China Aerospace Corporation Long March 4B launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Feng Yun 1C 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 China Aerospace Corporation live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
