China News Agency, Beijing, May 15 (Guo Chaokai) China Aerospace Science and Technology Group Co., Ltd. announced on the 15th that China plans to launch the "Final Star" of the Beidou-3 system in June this year.
The last satellite of the Beidou-3 system to be launched is a geostationary satellite developed by the China Academy of Space Technology under the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. Prior to this, China's Beidou system has provided services to the world.
According to reports, the Beidou-3 system includes 30 satellites and has launched 29 satellites. The last satellite is expected to complete the launch of the network in June, and all preparations before launch are proceeding as planned. The Beidou-3 system is the third step in the construction of China's Beidou satellite navigation system. After completion, it will provide services to the world.
After the successful launch of the last satellite of Beidou-3 system, it will be officially put into operation after a period of on-orbit operation. China will announce the completion of the global system at an appropriate time this year and provide all Beidou services, including basic services, high-precision services, and Beidou short message services, to bring new highlights to world satellite navigation. (Finish)