About Tianlian 3-01
Tianlian is a Chinese data tracking and relay communications geostationary satellite series. The TL-3 (Tian Lian 3) satellites are the 3rd generation of China's geostationary orbit data relay satellites, based on the DFH-4E geostationary satellite bus. They will be used to support real-time communications between orbiting satellites/rockets in-flight and ground control stations. This system replaces/supplements the current network of ground-based space tracking and telemetry stations and space tracking ships.
Orbital Attempt
#7,351
CASC Mission
#606
Pad Launch
#32
Location Launch
#69
Reusable
No
Maiden Flight
2020
Fastest Turnaround
12d
Total Launches
18
Successful
16
Failed
2
Consecutive Success
0
Maiden flight: Mar 16, 2020
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
621
Successful
605
Failed
16
Pending
10
Consecutive Success
12
The Wenchang Space Launch Site is a rocket launch site located in Wenchang on the island of Hainan, in China. Formally a suborbital test center, it currently serves as China's southernmost spaceport. The site was selected for its low latitude, 19° north of the equator, allowing for larger payloads to be launched. It is capable of launching the Long March 5, the heaviest Chinese rocket. Unlike launch facilities on the mainland, Wenchang uses its seaport for deliveries.
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Local Launch Time
Jul 29, 2026, 7:50 PM
Total Launches
76
Total Landings
0
Coordinates
19.6145, 110.9511
Jul 29, 2026, 11:50 AM
Minute
6 updates
Launch success.
SourceLiftoff.
SourceRescheduled for NET July 29 per new NOTAMs.
SourceLaunch delayed per cancellation of navigation warnings.
SourceRefined launch window per new NOTAMs.
SourceAdded launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities uncertain.
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