Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)

Mission Status

The launch vehicle successfully inserted its payload(s) into the target orbit(s).

Mission Updates

Aug 17, 07:27 AM Cosmic_Penguin

Launch success.

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Aug 12, 05:56 PM Cosmic_Penguin

Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities highly uncertain.

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Mission Details

Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) is an Earth observation satellite project of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at the United Arab Emirates University. The SEO mission aims to develop advanced space technologies and represents an ambitious step toward utilizing space technologies to support sustainability and future development, including giving Emirati talent hands-on experiences in various stages of satellite development and operations including ground station facilities, assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) capabilities. The mission seeks to provide data and insights that contribute to environmental protection, natural resource management, and enhanced planning and decision-making efficiency.

Mission Type Earth Science
Orbit Sun-Synchronous Orbit
Launch Window 02:53 AM - 03:17 AM

Rocket Configuration

Name Long March 2C
Manufacturer China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Height 42 m
Diameter 3.35 m
Maiden Flight 1982-09-09
Success Rate 65/66 (98%)

The Long March 2C is a family of expendable launch vehicles made and operated by China. It is a two stage launch vehicle with storable propellants, consisting of Nitrogen Tetroxide and Unsymmetrical Dimethylhydrazine.