Smart Dragon 3 | SatNet test satellite

Mission Status

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

Mission Updates

11 apr, 13:30 Cosmic_Penguin

Launch success.

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7 apr, 11:16 Cosmic_Penguin

Updated launch window per new NOTAMs.

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4 apr, 00:12 Cosmic_Penguin

Added launch per NOTAMs; Launch vehicle and payload identities highly uncertain.

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Mission Details

Officially described as "Satellite-Internet Technology Demonstration Satellite". Probable 1 (?) test satellite for the Chinese state-owned LEO communication satellite constellation SatNet.

Tipo Missione Communications
Orbita Polar Orbit
Launch Window 11:22 - 11:47

Rocket Configuration

Name Smart Dragon 3
Manufacturer China Rocket Co. Ltd.
Height 32 m
Diameter 2.64 m
Maiden Flight 2022-12-09
Success Rate 11/11 (100%)

Smart Dragon-3 is a solid fuel orbital rocket designed by a subsidiary of the state-owned CASC group built for the commercial market.