Launch details

Long March 4C | Shiyan 23

CNSA

Government CHN

Launch Area 4 (SLS-2 / 603)

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center

May 12 at 07:34am

Launchpad time+0800

May 11 at 11:34pm

Your local time+0000

Current status

Launch Successful

Long March 4C

Launch vehicle

Shiyan 23

Mission

40.9605

Latitude

100.2981

Longitude

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24 hours before launch

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1 hour before launch

Note: For all launches the scheduled launch dates and times are subject to change due to weather, equipment, crew and other factors.

Mission description

Satellite officially named for "space environment detection" purposes, exact details unknown.

Shiyan 23

Livestream

Attending a launch in person

Chinese spaceports are generally closed to foreigners so I don't have much information, please reach out if you know more. For Chinese citizens a permit can be booked with CASC for a fee, typically around $20 USD.

How to get there

The closest commercial airport is Jiayuguan Airport in Jiayuguan. From there take a 3-hour train or bus to Jiuquan.

Once in Jiuquan the launch site is approximately 4-hours drive by rental car northwest of the city.

Accomodation

Nearby hotels in Jiuquan or a bit further in Jiayuguan.

Nearby parking

Parking available on-site.

Agency details

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is China's main space agency responsible for the country's space exploration, satellite launches, and human spaceflight programs. CASC has achieved significant milestones like the Chang'e lunar missions, Tianwen Mars mission, and the development of the Long March rocket family, advancing China's space capabilities.