Launch Postponement of the H-IIA Launch Vehicle No. 31 (H-IIA F31)
with the geostationary meteorological satellite "Himawari-9" on board
October 30, 2016 (JST)
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
National Research and Development Agency
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
The launch of the H-IIA Launch Vehicle No. 31 (H-IIA F31) with the geostationary meteorological satellite "Himawari-9" on board, which was scheduled on November 1, 2016 (JST) has been postponed as unfavorable weather is forecasted during the rocket roll-out. The new launch date is set for November 2 (Tuesday) 2016. Launch Window: 3:20:00 p.m. through 6:18:00 p.m. (JST)