Launch Schedule of X-band defense communication satellite-3 aboard the 4th H3 Launch Vehicle (H3 F4). [Rescheduled]
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) had scheduled the launch of X-band defense communication satellite-3 aboard the 4th H3 Launch Vehicle (H3 F4) on November 2, 2024. However, as a result of today’s weather assessment, due to a bad weather forecast on this date, the launch date has been rescheduled as follows.
The launch time will be announced once confirmed.
| Launch date | : November 4, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Launch Window | : 15:48 (JST) through 17:30 (JST) *The time is the 24-hour clock |
| Reserved Launch Period | : November 5 through November 30, 2024 |
| Launch site | : Yoshinobu Launch Complex at the JAXA Tanegashima Space Center |
We will continue to confirm whether or not the launch on November 4 will be possible after tomorrow, based on weather conditions and other factors.