# Haiyang 2A
**Wikidata**: [Q1569638](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1569638)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/haiyang-2a

## Summary
Haiyang 2A is a Chinese ocean observation satellite launched on August 15, 2011, aboard a Long March 4B rocket from Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center. It is part of the Haiyang-2 series of Chinese observation satellites.

## Key Facts
- **Catalog Number**: 37781
- **COSPAR ID**: 2011-043A
- **Launch Date**: August 15, 2011
- **Launch Vehicle**: Long March 4B
- **Launch Site**: Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center
- **Satellite Class**: Haiyang-2 (Chinese observation satellites)
- **Sitelink Count**: 1 (German Wikipedia)
- **Significant Event**: Rocket launch occurring on August 15, 2011, at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center

## FAQs
### Q: What is Haiyang 2A?
A: Haiyang 2A is a Chinese ocean observation satellite. It was launched on August 15, 2011, as part of the Haiyang-2 satellite series.

### Q: When and where was Haiyang 2A launched?
A: Haiyang 2A was launched on August 15, 2011, from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in China.

### Q: What rocket was used to launch Haiyang 2A?
A: Haiyang 2A was launched using a Long March 4B orbital carrier rocket.

### Q: What is Haiyang 2A used for?
A: Haiyang 2A is an observation satellite, specifically designed for ocean monitoring and data collection as part of China's Haiyang program.

## Why It Matters
Haiyang 2A represents China's commitment to Earth observation, specifically ocean monitoring, which is crucial for understanding climate change, predicting weather patterns, managing fisheries, and supporting maritime safety. As the first satellite in the Haiyang-2 series, it provided critical data on sea surface temperature, sea color, and ocean dynamics. This data enhances scientific understanding and supports practical applications in environmental protection, disaster prevention, and resource management, demonstrating the growing capability and reach of China's space program in contributing to global Earth science.

## Notable For
- **Launch Vehicle**: Deployed using the Long March 4B rocket.
- **Specific Mission**: Focuses on ocean observation as part of the Haiyang-2 class.
- **Launch Center**: Launched from Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center.
- **Series Member**: Part of the Haiyang-2 series of Chinese observation satellites.

## Body
### Technical Specifications
- **Catalog Number**: 37781
- **COSPAR ID**: 2011-043A
- **Satellite Class**: Haiyang-2 (Chinese observation satellites)

### Launch Details
- **Launch Date**: August 15, 2011
- **Launch Site**: Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center
- **Launch Vehicle**: Long March 4B
- **Significant Event**: Rocket launch (Type: rocket launch; Point in Time: 2011-08-15; Location: Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center)

### Classification & Context
- **Instance Of**: Haiyang-2
- **Country**: Associated with People's Republic of China (based on class)
- **Wikipedia Languages**: German (de)
- **Google Knowledge Graph ID**: /g/120qck9k
- **Sitelink Count**: 1

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report