Launch details
Long March 5B/YZ-2 | SatNet LEO Group 08
Launch details
Long March 5B/YZ-2 | SatNet LEO Group 08
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Wenchang Space Launch Site
Aug 13 at 02:36pm
Launchpad time•+0800
Aug 13 at 06:36am
Your local time•+0000
Current status
Launch Successful
Long March 5B/YZ-2
Launch vehicle
SatNet LEO Group 08
Mission
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24 hours before launch
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1 hour before launch
Note: For all launches the scheduled launch dates and times are subject to change due to weather, equipment, crew and other factors.
Mission description
A batch of 10 Low Earth Orbit communication satellites for the Chinese state owned SatNet constellation operated by the China Satellite Network Group.
The constellation will eventually consists of 13000 satellites.
— SatNet LEO Group 08
Livestream
Attending a launch in person
Chinese spaceports are generally closed to foreigners so I don't have much information, please reach out if you know more. For Chinese citizens a permit can be booked with CASC for a fee, typically around $20 USD.
How to get there
The closest airport is Haikou Meilan International Airport in Hainan. From the airport you can take a 30-minute train or bus to Wenchang, and from there a 40-minute taxi ride will get you to the launch site.
Accomodation
Nearby hotels in Wenchang.
Nearby parking
Paid parking available on-site.
Agency details
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is China's main space agency responsible for the country's space exploration, satellite launches, and human spaceflight programs. CASC has achieved significant milestones like the Chang'e lunar missions, Tianwen Mars mission, and the development of the Long March rocket family, advancing China's space capabilities.