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New Chinese mapping satellite launched

Submit on Monday, May 7th, 2012 22:59

Rocket: Chang Zheng 2D; Payload: Tian-Hui 1B (TH-1B); Date: 6 May 2012, 0710 UTC; Launch site: Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, China. The mapping satellite has entered its preset orbit, Chinese media reported.
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