CASC Long March 5/YZ-2 Shijian 18
Long March 5/YZ-2
Status
Failure
Date
2 JUL 2017
11:23
Launch Provider
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Launch Pad
101
Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China
Mission Overview
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.
Rocket
Long March 5/YZ-2
Mission Type
Communications
Orbit
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Livestream