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StatusSuccess
VehicleLong March 2D
OrbitSun-Synchronous Orbit
PadLaunch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603)
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Mission
Gaofen is a series of civilian Earth observation satellites developed and launched for the China High-definition Earth Observation System (CHEOS), a state-sponsored programme aimed to develop a near-real time, all-weather, global surveillance network consisting of satellite, near-space (stratosphere) airships, and aerial observation platforms.
Quick facts
VehicleLong March 2D
OrbitSun-Synchronous Orbit
PadLaunch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603)
SiteJiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
WindowJun 17, 07:18:00 UTC→Jun 17, 07:40:00 UTC
Vehicle
FamilyLong March