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StatusSuccess
VehicleLong March 3B/E
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadLaunch Complex 2 (LC-2)
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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. Gaofen 13 is a series of geostationary Earth orbit Earth observation satellites with resolution reported in the 15 m range.
Quick facts
VehicleLong March 3B/E
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadLaunch Complex 2 (LC-2)
SiteXichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
WindowMar 17, 08:23:00 UTC→Mar 17, 09:18:00 UTC
Vehicle
FamilyLong March