PADLaunch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)
SITEXichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China →ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPEGovernment/Top Secret
MISSION OVERVIEW
Chinese classified satellite claimed to be for communication technology test purposes. Actual mission not known.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Long March 3B/EMISSION
TJSW-15
MISSION TYPE
Government/Top Secret
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)COUNTRY
CHN
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMED
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: cb233fad-863c-428a-80b0-4c28d31670c5
Reported date: Mar 9, 2025 at 17:17 UTC
Last synced: 15 hours ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Long March 3B/E →
MANUFACTURER
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
VARIANT
B/E
FLIGHTS
76
SUCCESSES
74
SUCCESS RATE
97.4%
The Long March 3B / E (G2) (CZ-3B / E) is one of the most successful medium-range launchers and the strongest variant of the CZ-3 series. It was specially developed for the transport of heavy communications satellites into a geostationary transfer orbit. The additional designation "E" stands for a higher payload fairing, stretched boosters and extended fuel tanks at the first stage, over the CZ-3B.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Long March 3B/E | TJSW-15 launch?
The Long March 3B/E | TJSW-15 is scheduled for Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 5:17 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 TJSW-15?
The Long March 3B/E | TJSW-15 mission uses the Long March 3B/E rocket, manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. The Long March 3B/E has flown 76 times with a 97.4% success rate.
Where is the Long March 3B/E | TJSW-15 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 TJSW-15 going to?
The TJSW-15 mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching TJSW-15?
The Long March 3B/E | TJSW-15 is operated by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.
Can I watch the Long March 3B/E | TJSW-15 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 25, 2026 00:35 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 25, 2026 00:35 UTC
Launch date set: Mar 9, 2025 at 17:17 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Mar 25, 2026 00:35 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 15 hours ago
●Launch Library 215 hours ago
Launch ID: cb233fad-863c-428a-80b0-4c28d31670c5
●Open-Meteo Weather15 hours ago
Pad weather at 28.25, 102.03
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