China launches new remote-sensing satellite
Summary
China launched an Algerian remote-sensing satellite into orbit using a Long March-2C rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, aimed at land planning and disaster prevention.
Key Points
- China launched an Algerian remote-sensing satellite using a Long March-2C carrier rocket.
- The launch occurred at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China.
- The satellite's primary uses are land planning and disaster prevention and mitigation.
- This was the 626th flight mission of the Long March carrier rocket series.
