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JILIN-1 GAOFEN 03D08

Chinese Commercial High-Resolution Imaging (Gaofen-03D Mass Production) · Chang Guang Satellite Technology (CGSTL)

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A Jilin-1 Gaofen-03D satellite launched in the November 2022 Ceres-1 batch mission, one of the earlier-numbered units in Chang Guang's largest single imaging sub-series. The Gaofen-03D program's rapid numerical growth — from single digits to over 60 satellites within a few years — illustrates the sheer velocity of China's commercial Earth observation build-out during this period.

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Orbit
Low Earth Orbitcan appear as a fast-moving star at dawn or dusk
Altitude
212–214 mi (341–344 km)
Inclination
97.6°
One orbit
91.2 minutes15.8 orbits a day
NORAD ID
54251
Int’l designator
2022-155A
Launched
2022

Orbital elements from CelesTrak, as of 23 Sep 2026.

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