China Rocket Co. Ltd. Unknown Payload Smart Dragon 3
About the Unknown Payload Mission
- Type: Unknown
- Orbit: Unknown
Details TBD.
Launch Pad & Location
Haiyang offshore launch location
Haiyang Oriental Spaceport
The Haiyang offshore launch location launch pad has hosted 9 rocket launches, including 9 orbital launch attempts. The Haiyang Oriental Spaceport launch site has been the location for 25 total 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.
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.
Learn more about the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 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”.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 Unknown Payload launch scheduled?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 Unknown Payload launch is currently scheduled for:
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Launch times are subject to change based on weather conditions, technical readiness, and range availability. Check back regularly for the most up-to-date launch time and status updates.
Where is the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 Unknown Payload mission launching from?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 rocket will launch from Haiyang offshore launch location 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. For viewing location recommendations and tips, check the launch location details above.
What rocket is being used for the Unknown Payload mission?
The Unknown Payload mission will launch 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 delay the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 Unknown Payload launch?
The China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 Unknown Payload launch can be 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. Check the launch weather forecast above for current conditions and probability of favorable weather.
How can I get updates if the China Rocket Co. Ltd. Smart Dragon 3 Unknown Payload launch is delayed?
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