BeiDou-1A (Big Dipper) was a Chinese (PRC) test model of a navigational system satellite that was launched by a Long March 3A rocket from Xichang launch center in south-west China. When completed, the Beidou Navigational System (BNS) will help to locate and navigate highway, railway, and oceanic transportation.
Satellite Information |
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| Name | BeiDou-1A |
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| Organization | BeiDou |
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| Country | China |
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| Continent | China |
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| Type | Satellite |
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| Launch Date | October 30, 2000 |
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| Launch Site | Xichang, LC-2, China |
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| Launch Vehicle | Long March 3A |
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| Orbit | Geostationary Orbit (GEO) |
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| Orbital Inclination | 140 ° E |
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| Status | Retired |
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