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Chang'e | Chang'e 5
Chang'e | Chang'e 5 launched on Thu, Dec 3, 2020, 03:11 PM UTC — a China National Space Administration mission.
Launch SuccessfulChina National Space Administration
Lifted offNET Dec 2020
NET Thu, Dec 3, 2020, 03:11 PM UTC
Mission profile
The flight at a glance
Chang'eVehicle
China National Space AdministrationProvider
Chang’e 5 landing sitePad
Mons Rümker, MoonLocation
Chinese Lunar Exploration ProgramProgram
Lunar ExplorationMission type
Lunar OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for Chang'e to Lunar Orbit. Illustrative model — not this mission’s live telemetry.
Mission timeT+0:00
Altitude0.0 km
Velocity0.00 km/s
PhaseLiftoff
T+0:00 / 18:20
SimulatedRepresentative Chang'e ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
Chang'e 5
Return flight of Chang'e 5 from the Moon.
Around this launch
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Frequently asked
What time does Chang'e | Chang'e 5 launch?
Chang'e | Chang'e 5 is scheduled to lift off Thu, Dec 3, 2020, 03:11 PM UTC.
Where can I watch Chang'e | Chang'e 5?
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Who is launching Chang'e | Chang'e 5?
Chang'e | Chang'e 5 is an China National Space Administration mission flying on a Chang'e.
Where does Chang'e | Chang'e 5 launch from?
It lifts off from Chang’e 5 landing site, Mons Rümker, Moon.