Mission Overview
Gaofen is a series of civilian Earth observation satellites developed and launched for the China High-definition Earth Observation System (CHEOS), a state-sponsored programme aimed to develop a near-real time, all-weather, global surveillance network consisting of satellite, near-space (stratosphere) airships, and aerial observation platforms.
Payloads
1
Type
Earth Science
Vehicle
Long March 3B/E
Window
03:43 AM UTC – 04:13 AM UTC
Rocket
CH
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Launch Site
Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China