What rocket is launching PRSC-EO3?

PRSC-EO3 is launching on the Long March 6.

Who is launching PRSC-EO3?

PRSC-EO3 is being launched by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, a government launch provider founded in 1999.

Where is PRSC-EO3 launching from?

PRSC-EO3 is launching from Launch Complex 16 at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.

What orbit is PRSC-EO3 heading to?

PRSC-EO3 is heading to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

Is the Long March 6 reusable?

No — the Long March 6 is an expendable launch vehicle.

How many times has the Long March 6 flown?

The Long March 6 has launched 15 times to date, with 15 successful flights.

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PRSC-EO3

Name: PRSC-EO3 — Long March 6
Start: 2026-04-25T12:15:00Z
End: 2026-04-25T12:37:00Z
Location: Launch Complex 16

Earth Science

Success

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)Government

Long March 6LEOorbit

Overview

Optical Earth observation satellite for the Pakistan government's SUPARCO.

Mission details

Orbital Attempt

#7,270

CASC Mission

#587

Pad Launch

#16

Location Launch

#154

Designator

2026-092

Launch Window

NET

Apr 25, 2026, 12:15 PM

Precision

Minute

Schedule Changes

2 updates

Lift Off

12:08 PM

Window Open

12:37 PM

Window Close

Schedule Updates

2 entries

Current scheduleCurrentNo NET changeApr 25, 2026, 12:54 PM
Apr 25, 2026, 12:15 PM(Minute)Success
Initial scheduleApr 22, 2026, 1:28 AM
Apr 25, 2026, 12:15 PM(Hour)Go

Launch Complex 16

Total Launches

Orbital Attempts

Fastest Turnaround

24d 2h

Map

Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

Local Launch Time

Apr 25, 2026, 8:15 PM

Total Launches

157

Total Landings

Coordinates

38.8491, 111.6080

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Frequently asked questions

Long March 6 Specs

Length

29 m

Diameter

3.35 m

Launch Mass

103 t

Reusable

Maiden Flight

2015

Fastest Turnaround

25d 23h

Total Launches

Successful

Failed

Consecutive Success

Maiden flight: Sep 19, 2015

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

Schedule Updates

Launch Complex 16

Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Frequently asked questions

What rocket is launching PRSC-EO3?

Who is launching PRSC-EO3?

Where is PRSC-EO3 launching from?

What orbit is PRSC-EO3 heading to?

Is the Long March 6 reusable?

How many times has the Long March 6 flown?

What is the PRSC-EO3 mission?