China Successfully Launches ChinaSat-10R Satellite
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | China Successfully Launches ChinaSat-10R from Xichang |
| Satellite Name | ChinaSat-10R (Zhongxing-10R) |
| Launch Site | Xichang Satellite Launch Center, China |
| Launch Date & Time | February 22, 2025, at 7:11 a.m. Eastern (1211 UTC) |
| Rocket Used | Long March 3B |
| Orbit | Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) |
| Replaces | ChinaSat-10 (launched in 2011) |
| Operator | China Satellite Communications Co., Ltd. (China Satcom) |
| Purpose | Communication services for transportation, emergency response, energy, forestry, and BRI nations |
| Significance | Strengthens China's satellite infrastructure and geopolitical influence |
| Future Missions | Tianwen-2 asteroid mission, Shenzhou-20, Shenzhou-21, Tianzhou cargo missions |