PAD101
SITEWenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China →ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPECommunications
MISSION OVERVIEW
Shijian 18 is a Chinese experimental geostationary satellite based on the new DFH-5 Bus. Reportedly the transmission capacity of the satellite is double that of current Chinese communications satellites, allowing more television channels and clearer programs to be transmitted. The new satellite will also improve internet connectivity and accessibility as well as reduce users’ costs.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Long March 5/YZ-2MISSION
Shijian 18
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
101COUNTRY
CHN
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 83c36458-5354-4098-b5c9-d444d68fd078
Reported date: Jul 2, 2017 at 11:23 UTC
Last synced: 5 hours ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Long March 5/YZ-2 →
MANUFACTURER
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
VARIANT
YZ-2
FLIGHTS
2
SUCCESSES
1
SUCCESS RATE
50%
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Long March 5 / YZ-2 | Shijian 18 launch?
The Long March 5 / YZ-2 | Shijian 18 is scheduled for Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 11:23 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: FAILURE.
What rocket is being used for Shijian 18?
The Long March 5 / YZ-2 | Shijian 18 mission uses the Long March 5/YZ-2 rocket, manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. The Long March 5/YZ-2 has flown 2 times with a 50% success rate.
Where is the Long March 5 / YZ-2 | Shijian 18 launching from?
The launch takes place from 101 at Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China.
What orbit is Shijian 18 going to?
The Shijian 18 mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching Shijian 18?
The Long March 5 / YZ-2 | Shijian 18 is operated by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.
Can I watch the Long March 5 / YZ-2 | Shijian 18 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 20:33 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 28, 2026 20:33 UTC
Launch date set: Jul 2, 2017 at 11:23 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Mar 28, 2026 20:33 UTC
Launch failure reported
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 5 hours ago
●Launch Library 25 hours ago
Launch ID: 83c36458-5354-4098-b5c9-d444d68fd078
●Open-Meteo Weather2 days ago
Pad weather at 19.61, 110.95
●YouTube Video Search2 days ago
2 videos discovered
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