PADLaunch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)
SITEXichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China →ORBITLow Earth Orbit
TYPEGovernment/Top Secret
MISSION OVERVIEW
A pair of Chinese satellites reported to be for “Earth observation technological testing and validation” purposes. Actual usage not known.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Long March 2DMISSION
Shiyan 30 03-04
MISSION TYPE
Government/Top Secret
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)COUNTRY
CHN
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 1d24bfe7-d524-41f0-85de-09e967618710
Reported date: Mar 12, 2026 at 22:33 UTC
Last synced: 22 minutes ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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PAYLOAD →
Shiyan
Technology Demonstration
CNSAOPERATOR
LEOORBIT
5TOTAL LAUNCHES
VEHICLE — Long March 2D →
MANUFACTURER
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
VARIANT
D
FLIGHTS
98
SUCCESSES
97
SUCCESS RATE
99%
The Long March 2D, also known as the Chang Zheng 2D, CZ-2D and LM-2D, is a Chinese orbital carrier rocket. It is a 2-stage carrier rocket mainly used for launching LEO and SSO satellites.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 03-04 launch?
The Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 03-04 is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:33 PM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for Shiyan 30 03-04?
The Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 03-04 mission uses the Long March 2D rocket, manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. The Long March 2D has flown 98 times with a 99% success rate.
Where is the Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 03-04 launching from?
The launch takes place from Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.
What orbit is Shiyan 30 03-04 going to?
The Shiyan 30 03-04 mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Shiyan 30 03-04?
The Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 03-04 is operated by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.
Can I watch the Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 03-04 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 24, 2026 06:26 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
Mar 22, 2026 17:25 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 22, 2026 17:25 UTC
Launch date set: Mar 12, 2026 at 22:33 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 22 minutes ago
●Launch Library 222 minutes ago
Launch ID: 1d24bfe7-d524-41f0-85de-09e967618710
●Open-Meteo Weather2 hours ago
Pad weather at 28.25, 102.03
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