CHINA AEROSPACE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION

Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)

Name: Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)
Start: 2026-08-17T03:02:00+00:00
End: 2026-08-17T03:17:00+00:00
Location: Launch Complex 9

SUCCESS Long March 2C →

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Aug 17, 2026 at 03:02 UTC

Sun-Synchronous Orbit Earth Science Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China 98% success

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PADLaunch Complex 9

SITETaiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China →

ORBITSun-Synchronous Orbit

TYPEEarth Science

MISSION OVERVIEW

Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) is an Earth observation satellite project of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at the United Arab Emirates University.

The SEO mission aims to develop advanced space technologies and represents an ambitious step toward utilizing space technologies to support sustainability and future development, including giving Emirati talent hands-on experiences in various stages of satellite development and operations including ground station facilities, assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) capabilities.

The mission seeks to provide data and insights that contribute to environmental protection, natural resource management, and enhanced planning and decision-making efficiency.

LAUNCH DETAILS

VEHICLE

Long March 2C

AGENCY

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

MISSION

Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)

MISSION TYPE

Earth Science

TARGET ORBIT

Sun-Synchronous Orbit

LAUNCH PAD

Launch Complex 9

LAUNCH SITE

Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

COUNTRY

CHN

LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION

CONFIRMEDPrecision: Half-year

LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY

API ID: cb6f4df1-c045-423b-904c-e63bf1ee5168

Reported date: Aug 17, 2026 at 03:02 UTC

Last synced: 10 minutes ago

This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.

SCHEDULE & STATUS HISTORY

STATUS CHANGEAug 17, 2026 at 07:43 UTC

GO → SUCCESS

Source: Launch Library 2

DELAYED(0 hrs)

Aug 17, 2026 at 07:43 UTC

Aug 17, 2026 03:00 → Aug 17, 2026 03:02 UTC

Source: Launch Library 2

STATUS CHANGEAug 12, 2026 at 18:13 UTC

TBD → GO

Source: Launch Library 2

DELAYED(139.1 days)

Aug 12, 2026 at 18:13 UTC

Mar 31, 2026 00:00 → Aug 17, 2026 03:00 UTC

Source: Launch Library 2

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MANUFACTURER

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

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FLIGHTS

SUCCESSES

SUCCESS RATE

98.5%

The Long March 2C is a family of expendable launch vehicles made and operated by China. It is a two stage launch vehicle with storable propellants, consisting of Nitrogen Tetroxide and Unsymmetrical Dimethylhydrazine.

LAUNCH VIDEOS

ARTICLES & COVERAGE

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When is the Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) launch?

The Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026 at 3:02 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.

What rocket is being used for Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)?

The Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) mission uses the Long March 2C rocket, manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. The Long March 2C has flown 66 times with a 98.5% success rate.

Where is the Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) launching from?

The launch takes place from Launch Complex 9 at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) going to?

The Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) mission is targeting Sun-Synchronous Orbit.

Who is launching Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)?

The Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) is operated by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.

Can I watch the Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) launch live?

Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.

LAUNCH TIMELINE

Aug 17, 2026 09:43 UTC

Launch completed successfully

Updated via Launch Library 2

Aug 17, 2026 07:43 UTC

Launch delayed by 0 hours

Aug 17, 2026 03:00 UTC u2192 Aug 17, 2026 03:02 UTC (via Launch Library 2)

Aug 17, 2026 07:43 UTC

Status changed: GO u2192 SUCCESS

Launch completed successfully (via Launch Library 2)

Aug 12, 2026 18:13 UTC

Launch delayed by 139.1 days

Mar 31, 2026 00:00 UTC u2192 Aug 17, 2026 03:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)

Aug 12, 2026 18:13 UTC

Status changed: TBD u2192 GO

Launch GO for launch (via Launch Library 2)

Mar 22, 2026 18:10 UTC

Launch added to tracker

Imported from Launch Library 2 API

Mar 22, 2026 18:10 UTC

Launch date set: Aug 17, 2026 at 03:02 UTC

NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

LIVE DATA SOURCES

Last data sync: 10 minutes ago

Launch ID: cb6f4df1-c045-423b-904c-e63bf1ee5168

Pad weather at 38.86, 111.59

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Mission Profile

Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) was a Long March 2C mission operated by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation that lifted off from Launch Complex 9, Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China on August 17, 2026. The flight carried its payload on a earth science mission to Sun-Synchronous Orbit. The launch was a success.

Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)

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