Long March 3B/E | Paksat MM1(R)
Launch Successful
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Launch Window
May 30, 2024, 12:03 p.m. - May 30, 2024, 12:52 p.m.
May 30, 2024, 12:03 p.m. - May 30, 2024, 12:52 p.m.
Chinese built geostationary communication satellite for the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), with 48 C/Ku/Ka/L band transponders for use at 38.2° E.
Launch success.
Liftoff.
Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities uncertain. (but see https://mmnews.tv/pakistan-to-launch-another-satellite-mm1-this-month/)
The Long March 3B / E (G2) (CZ-3B / E) is one of the most successful medium-range launchers and the strongest variant of the CZ-3 series. It was specially developed for the transport of heavy communications satellites into a geostationary transfer orbit. The additional designation "E" stands for a higher payload fairing, stretched boosters and extended fuel tanks at the first stage, over the CZ-3B.
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.
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