Long March 2D | SatNet test satellite

Mission Status

The launch vehicle successfully inserted its payload(s) into the target orbit(s).

Mission Updates

24 apr, 07:16 Cosmic_Penguin

Launch success.

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20 apr, 20:59 Cosmic_Penguin

Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities highly uncertain.

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Mission Details

Officially described as "Satellite-Internet Technology Demonstration Satellite(s)". Probably 1 or more test satellites for the Chinese state-owned LEO communication satellite constellation SatNet.

Tipo Missione Communications
Orbita Low Earth Orbit
Launch Window 06:25 - 06:46

Rocket Configuration

Name Long March 2D
Manufacturer China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Height 38.3 m
Diameter 3.35 m
Maiden Flight 1992-08-09
Success Rate 98/99 (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.