MISSION OVERVIEW
China successfully launched the Shiyan-20B experimental satellite aboard a Long March 2D rocket from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The China National Space Administration conducted this mission to deploy the satellite into sun-synchronous orbit from Launch Complex 94. Shiyan satellites typically serve as technology demonstration platforms for testing new spacecraft systems and capabilities.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Long March 2DAGENCY
CNSATARGET ORBIT
Sun-Synchronous Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
LC-94LAUNCH SITE
Jiuquan Satellite Launch CenterLAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
UNKNOWN
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B launch?
The Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B is scheduled for Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 2:32 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 Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B?
The Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B mission uses the Long March 2D rocket.
Where is the Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B launching from?
The launch takes place from LC-94 at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center.
What orbit is Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B going to?
The Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B mission is targeting Sun-Synchronous Orbit.
Who is launching Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B?
The Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B is operated by CNSA.
Can I watch the Long March 2D | Shiyan-20B 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
Mar 28, 2026 00:29 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 28, 2026 00:29 UTC
Launch date set: Nov 23, 2023 at 02:32 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by CNSA
Mar 28, 2026 00:29 UTC
Status: Success
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 2 hours ago
