What rocket is launching Shiyan 33?

Shiyan 33 is launching on the Long March 2C/YZ-1S.

Who is launching Shiyan 33?

Shiyan 33 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is Shiyan 33 launching from?

Shiyan 33 is launching from Launch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603) at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is Shiyan 33 heading to?

Shiyan 33 is heading to Sun-Synchronous Orbit (SSO).

Is the Long March 2C/YZ-1S reusable?

No — the Long March 2C/YZ-1S is an expendable launch vehicle.

How many times has the Long March 2C/YZ-1S flown?

The Long March 2C/YZ-1S has launched 10 times to date, with 9 successful flights.

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Shiyan 33

Name: Shiyan 33 — Long March 2C/YZ-1S
Start: 2026-03-27T04:11:00Z
End: 2026-03-27T04:38:00Z
Location: Launch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603)

Government/Top Secret

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 2C/YZ-1SSSOorbit

Overview

Chinese satellite reported to be for "space environment research" purposes. Actual usage not known.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#7,241

CASC Mission

#582

Pad Launch

#135

Location Launch

#279

Designator

2026-064

Launch Window

NET

Mar 27, 2026, 4:11 AM

Precision

Minute

Schedule Changes

1 update

Lift Off

4:04 AM

Window Open

4:38 AM

Window Close

Launch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603)

Total Launches

137

Orbital Attempts

137

Fastest Turnaround

10d 18h

Wikipedia Map

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

Local Launch Time

Mar 27, 2026, 12:11 PM

Total Launches

291

Total Landings

Coordinates

40.9581, 100.2911

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Frequently asked questions

Long March 2C/YZ-1S Specs

The Long March 2C is a family of expendable launch vehicles made and operated by China. It is a two stage launch vehicle with storable propellants, consisting of Nitrogen Tetroxide and Unsymmetrical Dimethylhydrazine.

Length

42 m

Diameter

3.35 m

Launch Mass

233 t

Thrust

2,962 kN

Capacity

3,850 kg

Capacity

1,250 kg

Capacity

1,400 kg

Reusable

Maiden Flight

2018

Fastest Turnaround

1mo 13d

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: Oct 9, 2018

Wikipedia

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.

Founded

1999

Administrator

Chairman & President: Lei Fanpei

Total Launches

604

Successful

589

Failed

Pending

Consecutive Success

Wikipedia Website

Overview

Mission details

Launch Window

Launch Area 94 (SLS-2 / 603)

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching Shiyan 33?

Who is launching Shiyan 33?

Where is Shiyan 33 launching from?

What orbit is Shiyan 33 heading to?

Is the Long March 2C/YZ-1S reusable?

How many times has the Long March 2C/YZ-1S flown?

What is the Shiyan 33 mission?