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Long March 3B standard configuration (Apstar 2R)

This Long March 3B standard configuration flight article launched Apstar 2R from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center on 17 October 1997. The mission is recorded in the official China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation launch manifest.

Identity

Aliases
CZ-3B standard / Apstar 2RApstar 2R launch vehicle亚太二号R
Name
Long March 3B standard configuration (Apstar 2R)
Slug
long-march-3b-standard-apstar-2r
Status
retired

Details

Description
This Long March 3B standard configuration flight article launched Apstar 2R from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center on 17 October 1997. The mission is recorded in the official China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation launch manifest.
Manufacturer Id
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Vehicle Family Id
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Creation Time
7/17/2026, 5:43:17 AM
Updated Time
7/17/2026, 5:43:17 AM

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First Flight Date
1997-10-17
Last Flight Date
1997-10-17
Vehicle Code
CZ-3B standard / Apstar 2R