As reported by Ukrinform, Xinhua.
The Long March-2D launch vehicle carrying the Yaogan-42 01 satellite (Yaogan-42 01) was launched from Xichang Cosmodrome in southwestern Sichuan Province at 06:56 local time (1:56 Kiev time) and successfully delivered the satellite to a spaceport. Delivered. Earth orbit was given.
The purpose of the new spacecraft is not specified in the message, but it is known that the Yaogan family satellites are used to research sea and land resources, evaluate the efficiency of agriculture, prevent natural disasters and eliminate their consequences.
Western experts do not ignore the dual purpose of these satellites and believe that they can be used for both civilian and military needs. To conduct optical, radar and electronic reconnaissance, especially in the interests of the Chinese army.
Today’s mission was the 515th flight of the Long March launch vehicle series.
As Ukrinform reported, On Tuesday, April 2, SpaceX launched a new batch of 22 Starlink Internet satellites into space.
Source: Ukrinform
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