Michibiki 5

Michibiki 5

H3-22 TBD - 2024

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is scheduled to launch a H3-22 rocket as part of Michibiki 5 mission from LA-Y2 Tanegashima Space Center, Japan.

Last updated: May 10, 2024

Launch Information

Launch Information

Launch Vehicle Details

Mission NameMichibiki 5
Launch SiteLA-Y2, Tanegashima Space Center, Japan
Launch VehicleH3-22
AgencyMitsubishi Heavy Industries
Launch DateTBD - 2024
QZSS (Quasi Zenith Satellite System) is a Japanese satellite navigation system operating from inclined, elliptical geosynchronous orbits to achieve optimal high-elevation visibility in urban canyons and mountainous areas. The navigation system objective is to broadcast GPS-interoperable and augmentation signals as well as original Japanese (QZSS) signals from a three-spacecraft constellation.

Launch Vehicle - H3-22

Rocket Height63.0 m
Fairing Height10.3 m
Stages2
Liftoff Thrust7542 kN
Fairing Diameter5.27 m
Strap Ons2
Payload To GTO4000–7900 Kg (8800–17400 lbs)
Mass4000 Kg (8800 lbs)
Payload To SSO4000 Kg (8800 lbs)
No Boosters0, 2 or 4