2017

2017 · China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

Shijian 18

failureLong March 5 / YZ-2 | Shijian 18

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.

Overview

Date / time
July 2, 2017 at 11:23 AM UTC
Outcome
failure
Launch site
101
Mission
Shijian 18
Mission type
Communications
Orbit achieved
Geostationary Transfer Orbit