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Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
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Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Launch Complex 9A
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center
Dec 09 at 06:03am
Launchpad time•+0800
Dec 08 at 10:03pm
Your local time•+0000
Current status
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Long March 6A
Launch vehicle
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1 hour before launch
Note: For all launches the scheduled launch dates and times are subject to change due to weather, equipment, crew and other factors.
Mission description
Details TBD.
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Attending a launch in person
Chinese spaceports are generally closed to foreigners so I don't have much information, please reach out if you know more. For Chinese citizens a permit can be booked with CASC for a fee, typically around $20 USD.
How to get there
The closest commercial airport is Taiyuan Wusu International Airport in Taiyuan.
From Taiyuan you can either rent a car or take a bus 3-4 hours to Kelan County, and from there drive another hour to the launch center.
Accomodation
Nearby hotels in Kelan County.
Nearby parking
Parking available on-site.
Agency details
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is China's main space agency responsible for the country's space exploration, satellite launches, and human spaceflight programs. CASC has achieved significant milestones like the Chang'e lunar missions, Tianwen Mars mission, and the development of the Long March rocket family, advancing China's space capabilities.