Ceres-1S | Tianqi 25-28
Launch Successful
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Launch Window
May 29, 2024, 8 a.m. - May 29, 2024, 8:50 a.m.
May 29, 2024, 8 a.m. - May 29, 2024, 8:50 a.m.
4 small satellites for LEO Internet of Things (IoT) communication purposes.
Launch success.
Liftoff.
Tweaked launch window.
Delayed to NET May 29 per NOTAMs.
Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities uncertain.
Ceres-1S is the sea launched version of Ceres-1 from Galactic Energy.
See DetailsGalactic Energy is a private aerospace company headquartered in Beijing, China. Established by senior engineers in 2018, Galactic Energy engages in low-cost commercial space launch business.
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