MISSION NAME
TJSW-7 7
Status
Success
DATE
24 AUG 2021
LAUNCH PROVIDER
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Launch Pad
Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)
Description
Alleged Chinese classified geosynchronous satellite. Payload identity uncertain but might be an early warning satellite.
Long March 3B/E
Rocket Description
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.