11 more weather satellites to enter orbit
China plans to send 11 more meteorological satellites into orbit by 2025 to further improve the accuracy of its weather forecasting and its ability to cope with natural hazards, the China National Space Administration said.
The planned satellites include three Fengyun 3 satellites in polar orbit, two Fengyun 4 satellites in geostationary orbit, one dawn-dusk orbit climate satellite, one high-precision greenhouse gas detection satellite and one hyper-spectral satellite.
China also aims to send a microwave detection satellite into geostationary orbit to enhance its ability to predict and monitor fast-changing typhoons, rainstorms and other extreme weather. The satellite will work with the Fengyun 4 series to improve forecasting of rainfall and climate.
