LAUNCH CENTER
Failure
Sun Jul 02 2017
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Shijian 18
Launch Failure
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RECOVERY OVERVIEW
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Rocket Details
Name:
Long March 5/YZ-2Description:
MISSION OVERVIEW
- Type: Communications
- 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.
COMPLEX OVERVIEW
Location
Wenchang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Pad
Wenchang