July 2, 2017 11:23 am
Shijian 18
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Long March 5/YZ-2
Wenchang Space Launch Site, People’s Republic of China
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Shijian 18 is a Chinese experimental geostationary satellite based on the new DFH-5 Bus. Reportedly the transmission capacity of the satellite is double that of current Chinese communications satellites, allowing more television channels and clearer programs to be transmitted. The new satellite will also improve internet connectivity and accessibility as well as reduce users’ costs.
Launch Overview
Window Open
11:13 UTC
Window Close
16:11 UTC
Lift Off
Jul 2, 2017 · 11:23 UTC
Launch Facility
Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China
Launch Pad
101
Target Orbit
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Payload Overview
Customer
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Payload
Shijian 18
Rocket
Long March 5/YZ-2
Destination
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Recovery Overview
Landing Location
See Mission Notes
Landing Type
RTLS / Droneship
Watch Live
📺 Watch on YouTube
Shijian 18 is a Chinese experimental geostationary satellite based on the new DFH-5 Bus. Reportedly the transmission capacity of the satellite is double that of current Chinese communications satellites, allowing more television channels and clearer programs to be transmitted. The new satellite will also improve internet connectivity and accessibility as well as reduce users’ costs.
Height
LEO Payload
Total Launches
Status
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
101
Launch Overview
Window Open
11:13 UTC
Window Close
16:11 UTC
Lift Off
Jul 2, 2017 · 11:23 UTC
Launch Facility
Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China
Launch Pad
101
Target Orbit
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Payload Overview
Customer
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Payload
Shijian 18
Rocket
Long March 5/YZ-2
Destination
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Recovery Overview
Landing Location
See Mission Notes
Landing Type
RTLS / Droneship
Watch Live
📺 Watch on YouTube
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