Wenchang Space Launch Site / spaceport
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The Wenchang Space Launch Site is a rocket launch site located in Wenchang on the island of Hainan, in China. It currently serves as China's southernmost spaceport. The site was selected for its low latitude, 19° north of the equator, allowing for larger payloads to be launched. It is capable of launching the Long March 5, the heaviest Chinese rocket.
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faq
Where is Wenchang Space Launch Site?
Wenchang Space Launch Site is located in China. (source, as of 2026-07-05)
How many launches has Wenchang Space Launch Site hosted?
Wenchang Space Launch Site has hosted 72 launches. (source, as of 2026-09-08)
Who operates Wenchang Space Launch Site?
Wenchang Space Launch Site is operated by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. (source, as of 2026-07-05)
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countryChina
first launch2016-06-25
launches total72
statusactive
websiteunknown
timeline
- 20242024-11-30Long March 12 flies maiden mission from Hainan Commercial Space Launch Site (source, as of 2026-07-12)
sources
[2] ll.thespacedevs.com ↗
country2026-07-05launches totalfirst-party2026-09-08