#CNSA #ChinaNationalSpaceAdministration #国家航天局 |#WenchangSpacecraftLaunchCenter #文昌航天發射場 #BRI #December2024 | Hainan Commercial Space Launch Center #ChangZheng8A #LongMarch8A Yao 1 #CarrierRocket successfully transferred  for it maiden launch readiness .. #ASummary

On the 9th December 2024, Hong Kong SAR- Beijing Time at CNSA –China National Space Administration– Wenchang Space Craft launch Center the The Long March 8A Yao-1 rocket was loaded and shipped, and will make its first flight early next year] On December 9, the Long March 8A Yao-1 carrier rocket was successfully loaded and headed for the Wenchang Space Launch Center in China. As China’s main rocket for medium and low orbits in the future, the Long March 8A rocket will carry out its first flight mission….

[The Long March 8 carrier rocket completed the transfer today. The aviation warning time window is 9:00 on December 23rd-13:00 on December 25th]

At 13:44 on December 15th, the Long March 8 carrier rocket was successfully transferred from the technical area to the No. 1 launch station in the launch area at the Hainan Commercial Space Launch Center, and will be launched at an appropriate time in the near future.

The rocket was developed by the First Academy of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. It is China’s new generation of main medium-sized rocket. It uses green and environmentally friendly liquid propellant. After experiencing the challenges of two typhoons “Makar” and “Trami”, it successfully completed the whole process of joint training on November 8. The


No. 1 launch station of the Hainan Commercial Space Launch Center is a suitable station for the Long March 8 carrier rocket. Construction started on July 6, 2022 and was completed on December 29, 2023. This launch is the first launch of the No. 1 launch station, and it is another capability test after the first successful launch of the Hainan Commercial Space Launch Center.

“The Long March 8A rocket is specially developed based on the Long March 8 rocket to meet the future medium and low orbit giant constellation network launch needs.” Song Zhengyu, chief designer of the Long March 8 model, introduced that “the Long March 8A rocket has the characteristics of advanced performance, low cost, high reliability and rapid launch . This maiden flight mission marks the official debut of the Long March 8A rocket, which will make important contributions to China’s low-orbit satellite networking and other tasks . It is of great significance and cannot be missed.”

“The Chang’e-8A rocket embodies the hard work and efforts of the entire team. It took 28 months to develop. So far, 44 large-scale ground tests have been completed and many key technologies have been mastered .” Xiao Yun, chief commander of the Chang’e-8 model, said, “The model team has the confidence and ability to complete this launch mission.”

Before the shipment, the General Design Department, Material Center, Beijing Institute of Space Launch Technology, Tianjin Aerospace Long March Rocket Manufacturing Co., Ltd. and other relevant units worked closely together to efficiently complete the loading of the rocket body and standard containers. At the same time, the Chang-8 Project Office also organized the status monitoring and safety protection of the rocket body to ensure that everything was ready.

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#MadeInChina #中國製造| #中科宇航 #ZhongkeAerospace #ChinaAcademyOfScience #CASSPace #September2024 | #CarrierRocket #ReusableCarrierRocket  #CarrierRocket Series Pulsating Production Model #Lijian-1 #Kinetica 1  Y4 successfully its fourth launch #RemoteSensing five #Satellites mission…. #ASummary

Beijing Zhongke Aerospace Exploration Technology Co., Ltd. is the first domestic aerospace enterprise with mixed ownership, and it is also the target enterprise that Oriental Aerospace Port focuses on introducing. Relying on the scientific research strength and resource advantages of the Institute of Mechanics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Aerospace Flight Technology Center of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, China Aerospace Science and Technology has been committed to the research and development and integration of space technology and aerospace vehicles as a platform for the transformation of major national scientific research projects, as well as the transformation and provision of technological achievements. Aerospace launch service. The Lijian-1 rocket project also adds a brand-new name card to the Oriental Space Port, which will surely promote the construction of the Oriental Space Port to take a solid step forward.

At 07:33 Beijing time on September 25, 2024, at the 130 workstation of the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center Inner Mongolia, China, People’s Republic of China, the “Lijian-1” Yao-4 carrier rocket carrying five remote sensing satellites including the China Science Satellite 01 and 02, Jilin-1 SAR01A, Yunyao-1 21 and 22 was ignited and launched, sending the satellites into a 500-kilometer sun-synchronous orbit (SSO).

Airsat 01 and 02 are synthetic aperture radar (SAR) remote sensing satellites developed by Airsat and Jigang Group. They are the first launch satellites of the Airsat remote sensing satellite system built by Airsat. The main payload of this type of satellite is Ku-band synthetic aperture radar with a resolution better than 1 meter. It will verify new technologies such as flat-plate synthetic aperture radar satellite, deployable cylindrical reflector synthetic aperture radar antenna, on-orbit imaging and information extraction and processing, and Ku-band re-orbit interferometric synthetic aperture radar. This type of synthetic aperture radar is used for the first time in the world.

Jilin-1 SAR01A is the first microwave remote sensing (radar remote sensing) satellite independently developed by Changguang Satellite. It is a networking satellite of Jilin-1 constellation. The satellite is equipped with X-band synthetic aperture radar (SAR) jointly developed by Tianjin Yunyao Aerospace and Changguang Satellite, and operates in a sun-synchronous orbit at an altitude of 515 kilometers. The successful development of Jilin-1 SAR01A marks a new technological breakthrough in Changguang Satellite in the field of whole satellite design and manufacturing.

Yunyao-1 21 and 22 were developed by Tianjin Yunyao Aerospace. They are networking satellites of the Yunyao meteorological constellation. Their main payload is the global navigation satellite system (GNSS) occultation detection payload. By inverting the GNSS occultation data, the atmospheric temperature, humidity, pressure and ionospheric electron density can be obtained.

Kinetica 1 is a four-stage all-solid rocket developed by the Institute of Mechanics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and co-developed by CASspace. It is mainly used for launch missions into low and medium Earth orbits. The rocket is 30 meters high and has a maximum diameter of 2.65 meters. It can be equipped with two specifications of fairings with diameters of 2.65 meters and 3.35 meters. Its takeoff mass is 135 tons and its carrying capacity in a 500-kilometer Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO) is 1.5 tons. This rocket is equipped with a fairing with a diameter of 2.65 meters.

Since its successful maiden flight on July 27, 2022, Beijing time, the “Lijian-1” has achieved four consecutive victories, launching a total of 42 satellites into orbit, with a total mass of more than 4 tons. This mission is the first time that the “Lijian-1” has carried out a morning and evening orbit launch. At present, the rocket has achieved a commercial launch mode of batch storage, rapid launch, and rolling backup.

This launch is the second launch of the Lijian-1 carrier rocket in 2024, the 12th launch of the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, the 45th launch in China and the 177th orbital space launch in the world. The last launch mission of the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center was the Hyperbola-1 Yao-8 mission on July 11, 2024, which is 76 days (2.5 months) away from this mission.

As China’s first medium-sized rocket to achieve high-density launches and the record holder for multiple satellite launches in a single launch of Chinese commercial rockets, the Lijian-1 carrier rocket has achieved complete success for three consecutive launches, accurately delivering 37 satellites with a total load of 3.5 tons into the scheduled orbit, with a 100% launch success rate. This type of rocket is suitable for rapid network launch of small and medium-sized satellites in medium and low orbits. It has a carrying capacity of 1.5 tons in a 500-kilometer sun-synchronous orbit. It is a medium-sized solid launch vehicle with core competitiveness in China’s commercial launch vehicle launch market and is also the main force in China’s commercial aerospace industry. It is one of the rockets that can effectively meet the needs of the commercial launch market in medium and low orbits. It also has the ability to respond quickly to diversified market demands and is committed to providing customers with highly reliable, low-cost, and high-density flight-based launch services.

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#AlreadyTomorrowInHongKong #香港| #CathayPacific #國泰航空公司  #July2024 |#國泰航空#MoveBeyond | #國泰航空飛行安全示範短片  CATHAY PACIFIC SAFETY VIDEO 2024  – The All New International Standard Benchmark  #InflightSafelyVideo featuring #HongKong ancient Modern #ChineseIntangibleCulturalHeritage Elements..

On the Month of July 2024 – Set against the city Region of China  we call home that is Hong Kong SAR, China, People’s Republic of China, Cathay Pacific Airways our new inflight safety video communicates essential information with great clarity and conserves Hong Kong’s many unique cultural elements, places, and people. It’s a showpiece that helps you feel connected while ensuring your safety. Enjoy the video and safe travels! Cathay Pacific Airways reveals its new inflight safety video that takes customers through important inflight safety procedures set against the dynamic backdrop of Hong Kong….

Told through the electrifying energy and vibrancy of the airline’s home city, the video was developed in close collaboration with the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Civil Aviation Department (CAD) to embody all necessary safety protocols while educating customers in an informative and engaging way.

The safety demonstrations in the video are interwoven with the unique charms of Hong Kong, capturing the city’s iconic landmarks, bustling happenings, world-class arts and cultural attractions, natural landscapes and more.

Scenes were shot at various locations across the city to showcase the best of Hong Kong. Customers are transported to a dai pai dong, the quintessential local dining experience, for the “no smoking” announcement, before finding themselves amidst an exhilarating dragon boat race which provides the backdrop for the life jacket demonstration, while Shek O Beach sets the scene for the emergency and pre-takeoff procedures. Other locales include the shopping paradise of Causeway Bay, Xiqu Centre at the West Kowloon Cultural District, the iconic Peak Tram, Yau Ma Tei’s historic Tin Hau Temple and the serene Clearwater Bay Country Park, all of which culminate in a visually immersive experience for customers.

Replacing the current inflight safety video introduced over seven years ago, the new version will be progressively rolled out across Cathay Pacific flights from 1 August 2024 onwards.

國泰航空推出全新飛行安全示範短片,以活力四射、多姿多采的香港為背景,帶領顧客感受香港獨特風貌,同時了解重要的機上安全程序。

短片聯同旅發局及民航處攜手籌劃,以香港這個國際大都會的活力為創作脈絡,旨在以詳盡且生動有趣的方式讓顧客掌握所有機上必要的安全守則。

短片中的安全示範與呈現香港獨特魅力的片段交織串連,捕捉香港的著名地標、繁華盛事、世界級的藝文景點及自然景觀等。

攝製團隊於全港多個地點進行拍攝,務求展現出香港別具一格的獨特風貌。顧客先置身於富有香港地道飲食特色的大牌檔中聆聽禁煙指引;然後在緊湊的龍舟競賽中觀看穿着救生衣示範;而石澳沙灘更化作緊急事故及起飛前安全示範的場景。其他景點包括銅鑼灣購物天堂、西九文化區的戲曲中心、首屈一指的觀光熱點山頂纜車、位於油麻地歷史悠久的天后廟,以及寧謐恬靜的清水灣郊野公園,為顧客帶來身臨其境的視覺體驗。

全新飛行安全示範短片將於 2024 年 8 月 1 日起於國泰航空的航班上陸續推出,取代七年前推出的現行版本。

我們以港為家,特別將香港獨有的人文風景融入於全新飛行安全示範短片,讓你一邊了解機上安全,一邊感受香港別具一格的獨特風貌。立即觀看影片,期待下次與你展開新旅程!

Although concept is quite similar to SQ- Singapore Airlines but very International Iconic it features many numerous Hong Kong SAR’s Cultural Elements  from ancient to modern future of Chinese intangible Cultural Heritage.   – I think it’s great to showcase some of the amazing things about Hong Kong SAR, China, and People’s Republic of China. What I like especially is the backdrop of Hong Kong SAR is there, yet the director makes sure to zoom in and hone in on the safety details like the life vest and oxygen mask- it’s not just a safety video glossing over the safety aspects. Well done Cathay

Music is a unifying language that brings people together by transcending cultures and boundaries. We’re delighted to present Song of Cathay, a musical odyssey that moves us emotionally and forward. Our uplifting, inspirational and journey-like composition, crafted by leading sonic design agency, Sixième Son, is inspired by the vibrancy of Hong Kong as well as our love for travel and aviation. Performed by Asian Youth Orchestra, the piece articulates the warm sense of hospitality and the spirit of adventure. Delve into our creation process behind Song of Cathay, and discover how we put together a tune that evokes your fond memories of travel through our #MoveBeyond spirit.
” We proudly present the debut live performance of Song of Cathay by The Asian Youth Orchestra (AYO). Scored to inspire —— with its atmospheric tones, pentatonic structure, and influences from the Heart of Hong Kong, Song of Cathay is an auditory expression encapsulating one unifying goal—to capture our #MoveBeyond spirit and lift us all forward.”

Also  loving Really this version, not only because it shows Hong Kong and its culture but also because, unlike similar videos made by other airlines, Cathay keeps the emergency evacuation part delivered in a very straight, direct, and serious way, which is very critical…..

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#MadeInChina #中國製造 #中國 | #北京 #Beijing #天兵科技 #TianbingTechnology #SpacePioneer #May2024 |successfully launching #天龙三号 #TianLongThree #CarrierRocket #ReusableCarrierRocket Tianlong- Payload Carrier Rocket Fairing Separation Test Completely Successful

Founded in 2015 located in Beijing ….天兵科技 – 北京天兵科技有限公司Tianbing Technology is an Aerospace propulsion system supplier and spacecraft provider One of Sixty Plus Chinese carrier Rocket companies in China, People’s Republic of China ……. Tianbing Technology is an advanced aerospace propulsion system supplier and aerospace vehicle provider. Tianbing Technology independently develops the next-generation ambient temperature green HCP liquid propellant and minimalist aerospace propulsion system. As an upgraded product of traditional chemical propulsion system, it can meet cost-effective aerospace. Advance system supporting needs. The next-generation green HCP aerospace propulsion system, first tested by Tianbing Technology, can be used in the small-vehicle main power and launch vehicle upper-level propulsion system.

[Tianbing Technology Tianlong 3 Rocket Fairing Separation Test Completely Successful]

On May 10th 2024, the Tianbing Technology large liquid launch vehicle Tianlong 3 (hereinafter referred to as TL-3) fairing separation test was successfully completed at the Zhangjiagang Intelligent Manufacturing Base.



In this test, the TL-3 fairing has a diameter of 4.2m and a length of about 13m. It is made of all-carbon fiber composite materials. It is the largest fairing in domestic commercial aerospace and the largest all-carbon fiber fairing in China. It is also the first in China for the Internet. Constellation tailor-made fairing.

In this test, the connection and unlocking mechanism and the separation energy source are all reusable and non-pyrotechnical designs. The simulated satellite is designed and manufactured according to the maximum available space within the cover. A low-cost, reusable large airbag recovery solution is used in the test. The test verified the entire process of fairing separation, and focused on assessing the function and performance of the separation system. All parameters during the separation process met the design requirements, and dozens of non-pyrotechnics connection unlocking mechanisms (MCD) and separation springs worked perfectly, successfully creating China’s first large-scale liquid launch vehicle fairing without pyrotechnics separation.



The development of TL-3 closely focused on high performance, low cost, high reliability, fast response, and mass production and adopted more than 50 innovative technologies. More than 30 of them were applied for the first time in China’s aerospace industry, and MCD was one of them. R&D personnel will begin the comprehensive layout of 4.2m large-diameter composite fairings and MCD products in 2022. The fairing and MCD of this test have gone through many technical iterations during the research and development process, and have completed various environmental tests and reliability growth tests.

TL-3 continues the sequential test verification method of TL-2. The test comprehensively covers the entire process from mechanics, to thermal, to electromagnetic, to comprehensive matching. It plans a total of 150 developmental tests in 42 categories. Through retesting, Tested and evaluated products are used to perform flight missions to increase flight reliability. The sequential test plan and test method greatly shorten the product development cycle and reduce the development cost. It is Tianbing’s unique R&D management innovation.



Behind all the amazing results, there is unknown dedication and hard work. The honorary crown of Tianbing Technology and the amazing speed of “Tianbing” are the embodiment of the responsibility and mission of Tianbing people to shorten the gap with foreign countries in the field of commercial aerospace as soon as possible. They start from themselves and show the ingenuity and wisdom that are not inferior to foreign countries. The belief in self-improvement and the spirit of hard work have contributed to the rapid rise of China’s commercial aerospace industry.



In this test, more than 30 test assembly personnel worked closely with the R&D backbones of various departments, and the whole process was open during holidays. In the five days before the test, all test personnel worked all night long to work with all parties to ensure the complete success of the fairing separation test.

Tianbing Technology’s Tianlong-3 large-diameter full carbon fiber composite fairing, as well as innovative technical solutions without pyrotechnics separation, pioneered the development and innovation of my country’s large-scale liquid launch vehicle fairings, ensuring that my country’s tailor-made for the construction of Internet constellations The successful launch and stable mass production of the Tianlong-3 large-scale liquid launch vehicle will surely lead China’s commercial aerospace industry into the era of large-capacity liquid rockets.

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#CNSA #ChinaNationalSpaceAdministration #国家航天局 | #BRI #March2024|#太原卫星发射中心#TaiyuanSatelliteLaunchCenter  – Advance  International Iconic #ChangZheng6 #LongMarch6A Y3  #Yunhai-302 #EarthSciences #Environmental #satellite #ASummary

At 0651 Hours Hong Kong SAR- Beijing Time 27th March 2024 , China- People’s Republic of China- CNSA –China National Space Administration   Successfully launched  rocket ignited and took off at the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center Shanxi Province..  , and then sent the Yunhai-3 02 satellite into the predetermined orbit. The launch mission was a complete success launched with the Chang Zheng- Long March 6A Yao 3 Carrier Rocket.

Yunhai-302 satellite and Chang Zheng- Long March 6A Yao 3 Carrier Rocket.
Were both developed by the Eighth Academy of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. Satellites are mainly used for tasks such as atmospheric and marine environment detection, space environment detection, disaster prevention and reduction, and scientific experiments. The Chang Zheng- Long March 6A  rocket is my country’s new generation of solid-liquid bundled medium-sized launch vehicle, which adopts a two-stage and semi-configuration design. The rocket has a total length of about 50 meters, a take-off weight of about 530 tons, and a carrying capacity of more than 4.5 tons in a 700-kilometer sun-synchronous orbit.


This mission is the first launch mission of the Chang Zheng- Long March 6A in 2024, and it also kicked off the high-density launch of the Changliu rocket this year….

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