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StatusSuccess
VehicleLong March 3B
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadLaunch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)
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Mission
Fengyun-4A (also known as FY-4A) is the first unit of the improved meteorological satellites series. Besides its main meteorological mission, it is also capable of solar observations for better space weather monitoring capabilites. The satellite is expected to operate for 5 years.
Quick facts
VehicleLong March 3B
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadLaunch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)
SiteXichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
WindowDec 10, 16:05:00 UTC→Dec 10, 16:35:00 UTC
Vehicle
FamilyLong March