Long March 8 (Core Only) | Hainan-1 to 4 & others

The Long March 8 (Core Only) mission is a Earth Science mission carrying the Hainan-1 to 4 satellites, along with other payloads, to a Sun-Synchronous Orbit. The Hainan-1 to 4 satellites are designed to provide high-resolution optical imaging and data collection for land use, land cover, and disaster monitoring. This mission is significant as it will enhance China's Earth observation capabilities, providing valuable data for scientific research, urban planning, and disaster response. The Long March 8 rocket, a new variant of the Long March family, features a core stage with a reusable first stage, marking a notable milestone in China's booster reuse program. The mission is scheduled to launch from the Wenchang Space Launch Site on 2022-02-27T03:06:30Z.

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