MISSION OVERVIEW
China successfully launched multiple Yaogan-39 reconnaissance satellites aboard a Long March 2D rocket from Xichang Satellite Launch Center. The satellites were deployed into sun-synchronous orbit, providing optimal conditions for Earth observation and surveillance missions. This launch continued China’s expansion of its military and civilian remote sensing capabilities through the Yaogan satellite series.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Long March 2DAGENCY
CNSATARGET ORBIT
Sun-Synchronous Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
LC-2LAUNCH SITE
Xichang Satellite Launch CenterLAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
UNKNOWN
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group launch?
The Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group is scheduled for Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 3:35 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 Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group?
The Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group mission uses the Long March 2D rocket.
Where is the Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group launching from?
The launch takes place from LC-2 at Xichang Satellite Launch Center.
What orbit is Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group going to?
The Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group mission is targeting Sun-Synchronous Orbit.
Who is launching Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group?
The Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group is operated by CNSA.
Can I watch the Long March 2D | Yaogan-39 Group 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 00:28 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 28, 2026 00:28 UTC
Launch date set: Sep 9, 2023 at 15:35 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by CNSA
Mar 28, 2026 00:28 UTC
Status: Success
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 1 hour ago
