CAS Space
Countdown to launch

This Kinetica 2 mission by CAS Space is scheduled to launch from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. This test flight mission targets Low Earth Orbit. The rocket family has been instrumental in modern space access, representing decades of engineering refinement in propulsion, guidance systems, and structural design.
Every rocket launch involves precise coordination between the launch vehicle, payload, ground systems, and range safety. The launch window is carefully calculated based on orbital mechanics — for missions targeting the International Space Station, the window may be only seconds long, while interplanetary missions can have windows lasting weeks. Weather conditions, including upper-level winds, lightning risk, and cloud ceiling, are monitored up until the final moments before ignition. Space weather conditions from solar activity can also affect launch decisions, as high radiation levels may pose risks to satellite electronics.
For more launch information, visit the full launch schedule, track the International Space Station where many missions are headed, or browse launch photography in the NASA gallery.
First test launch and mission of CAS Space’s Kinetica-2 rocket and Qingzhou cargo resupply spacecraft for future cargo transport to the Chinese Tiangong Space Station under a commercial contract from the CMSEO.
Vehicle
Family
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Webcast will be available closer to launch
Pad
Launch Area 140
Location
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Country
CHN
Coordinates
40.81748, 100.21939

CAS Space
Commercial
Country
CHN
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