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China Aerospace Science and Technology CorporationLong March 3C/E
Tianlian 1-05
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VehicleLong March 3C/E
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadLaunch Complex 2 (LC-2)
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Mission
Tianlian 1, also known as Tian Lian 1, TL-1, and CTDRS-1 is a Chinese data tracking and relay communications satellite series. Based on the DFH-3 satellite bus, it will provide communication coverage for manned Shenzhou missions, from Shenzhou 7 onwards. Functionally, it is similar to the United States Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System.
Quick facts
VehicleLong March 3C/E
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
PadLaunch Complex 2 (LC-2)
SiteXichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
WindowJul 6, 15:42:00 UTC→Jul 6, 16:17:00 UTC
Vehicle
FamilyLong March