China Rocket Co. Ltd. Maiden Flight Smart Dragon 1
About the Maiden Flight Mission
| Type | Test Flight |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Unknown |
| Launch Cost | Array |
First launch of the new solid-fueled rocket by Chinarocket Co., Ltd., which is a commercial subsidiary of CASC. On this launch Smart Dragon 1 will also carry payloads for four private companies.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Area 95A
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
| Launches | 66 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 66 |
| Total Launches | 287 |
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).
China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 Rocket
Smart Dragon-1 is a solid fuel orbital rocket designed by a subsidiary of the state-owned CASC group built for the commercial market.
| Length | 19.2 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 1.2 m |
| Launch Mass | 23.0 T |
| LEO Capacity | 150 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 150 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 8/17/2019 |
Learn more about the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 Rocket
About China Rocket Co. Ltd.
China Rocket Co. Ltd. is a spinoff of China’s state-owned launch vehicle manufacturer using a “commercial business model”.
| Total Launches | 12 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 12 |
| Consecutive Success | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 Maiden Flight launch scheduled?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 Maiden Flight launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 Maiden Flight mission launch from?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 rocket launched from Launch Area 95A 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 Maiden Flight mission?
The Maiden Flight mission launched aboard a China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 rocket. Smart Dragon-1 is a solid fuel orbital rocket designed by a subsidiary of the state-owned CASC group built for the commercial market. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 Maiden Flight launch?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 Maiden Flight 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 Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 Maiden Flight launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Maiden Flight 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 Rocket Co. Ltd. live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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