Long March 11 (China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation)
The Long March 11 is a non-reusable, active launch vehicle manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (established in 1999). It undertook its inaugural launch on 09/25/2015.
Long March 11 Specifications
| Length | 20 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 2 m |
| Stages | 1-4 |
| Launch Mass | 58 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 1177 kN |
| Apogee | 200 km |
| LEO Capacity | 500 kg |
Long March 11 Launch Record
| Total Launches | 18 |
|---|---|
| Successful Launches | 18 |
| Consecutive Successful Launches | 18 |
Manufacturer
Chairman & President: Lei Fanpei
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.