Long March 7A (China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation)
The Long March 7A is a non-reusable, active launch vehicle manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (established in 1999). It undertook its inaugural launch on 03/16/2020.
Long March 7A Specifications
| Variant | A |
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Long March 7A Launch Record
| Total Launches | 18 |
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| Successful Launches | 16 |
| Failed Launches | 2 |
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.