Communications
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)GovernmentTianlian 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
Jul 29, 2026, 11:50 AM
Minute
6 updates
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
73
Total Landings
0
Coordinates
19.6145, 110.9511
