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XY-1

Mission · China

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Technology mission. satellite built by Shenzhen DFH Satellite Co., China. Launched 2012.

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Country
China
Launch Vehicles
Chang Zheng 2C

Chronology

1 event

2012 November 18

Launch Site: Taiyuan. LV Family: CZ. Launch Vehicle: Chang Zheng 2C.
  • Xin Yan 1 (XY-1) - . Mass: 140 kg (300 lb). Nation: China. Class: Technology. Type: Technology satellite. Spacecraft: XY-1. USAF Sat Cat: 38999 . COSPAR: 2012-064C. Apogee: 501 km (311 mi). Perigee: 489 km (303 mi). Inclination: 97.30 deg. Period: 94.50 min. Technology mission..