9 satellites
Smart Dragon 3
China Rocket Co. Ltd.
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
9 satellites
- Type: Technology
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
Carried 9 satellites to Sun-synchronous orbit:
* DRO-L
* Zhixing-2A (SmartSat-2A)
* DongFangHuiYan-GF01
* WeiHai-1-01/02
* XingShiDai-18/19/20
* NEXSAT-1
Location
South China Sea (launch location 2)
Haiyang Oriental Spaceport
South China Sea (launch location 2) has witnessed the launch of 1 rockets, including 1 orbital launch attempts. While Haiyang Oriental Spaceport, has been the site for 23 rocket launches.
Chinese orbital launch vehicle launches supporting sea port located at Haiyang, Shandong Province, with dedicated piers and rocket/payload processing facilities for Chinese launch vehicles’ sea launches, and (as part of its expansion project) land based launch pads on artificial islands for various test vehicles and launch vehicles of private and government launch services providers.
In operation as a remote base of Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center since 2019.
Rocket
China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3
Smart Dragon-3 is a solid fuel orbital rocket designed by a subsidiary of the state-owned CASC group built for the commercial market.
Agency
China Rocket Co. Ltd.
China Rocket Co. Ltd. is a spinoff of China’s state-owned launch vehicle manufacturer using a “commercial business model”.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 9 satellites launch scheduled?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 9 satellites launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 9 satellites launch video?
You can watch the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 9 satellites mission launch from?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 rocket launched from South China Sea (launch location 2) at Haiyang Oriental Spaceport. Chinese orbital launch vehicle launches supporting sea port located at Haiyang, Shandong Province, with dedicated piers and rocket/payload processing facilities for Chinese launch vehicles’ sea launches, and (as part of its expansion project) land based launch pads on artificial islands for various test vehicles and launch vehicles of private and government launch services providers. <br> <br>In operation as a remote base of Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center since 2019.
What rocket was used for the 9 satellites mission?
The 9 satellites mission launched aboard a China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 rocket. Smart Dragon-3 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 3 9 satellites launch?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 9 satellites 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 3 9 satellites launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the 9 satellites 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.