Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China
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November 30, 2024 at 2:17 PM UTC
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November 30, 2024 at 4:08 PM UTC
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December 9, 2024 at 3:08 PM UTC
Mission description
First launch of the Long March 12 launch vehicle and the first launch from the Wenchang Commercial Space Launch Site.
2 satellites are on board:
* Satellite Internet Technology Demonstration Satellite
* JSW-03
Mission media
Watch the launch.
Live: CASC Long March 12 Demo Flight (No Commentary)
Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China
The Wenchang Space Launch Site is a rocket launch site located in Wenchang on the island of Hainan, in China.
Formally a suborbital test center, it currently serves as China's southernmost spaceport. The site was selected for its low latitude, 19° north of the equator, allowing for larger payloads to be launched. It is capable of launching the Long March 5, the heaviest Chinese rocket. Unlike launch facilities on the mainland, Wenchang uses its seaport for deliveries.
