Stories from Xichang · China
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Long March 12 Rocket Set For Launch
The Long March 3B/E rocket is scheduled for launch on June 16, 2026, at 09:45:00 UTC. This launch is part of China's ongoing space program activities. The launch is set to occur from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. The launch site is Xichang, China. The specific payload and mission objectives have not been detailed. The mission is designated Ten Owl Of Ten, also known as StriX Launch 10. The launch window is scheduled for the upcoming days. Another Long March 12 launch is also slated for June 16, 2026. A second launch attempt is scheduled for June 17, 2026, also with an unknown payload. The launch window is between 03:40:00 UTC and 06:39:00 UTC. The mission will carry BlueBird Block 2 satellites. The launch took place from Pad.
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Long March 6A Mission Successful
The Starlink Group 10-43 mission was successfully launched on June 4, 2026, at 10:26 UTC. Another launch, SpaceSail Polar Group #11, using a Long March 6A rocket, was also successful.
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China Launches Long March 6A Rocket
The Long March 8 rocket is scheduled for launch on June 5, 2026, at 06:30 UTC. Starlink Group 17-43 is slated for launch on June 7, followed by Starlink Group 10-35 on June 8. The first launch is set for 07:30:00 UTC, with a second following at 14:00:00 UTC.
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Long March 8 Rocket Set for Launch
The Long March 8 rocket is scheduled for launch on June 5th, 2026, with an unknown payload. This launch is part of China's space program.
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Long March 8 Rocket Launch Scheduled
The Long March 5 rocket is scheduled for launch on June 10, 2026, with an unknown payload. The launch is set to occur at 00:53:59 UTC and again at 06:00:00 UTC. The status is currently 'To Be Confirmed'. The specific launch date and time are pending.
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Launch Library Lists Long March 12B Launch
The Launch Library has listed an upcoming launch for the Long March 8 rocket. The launch is scheduled for June 4, 2026, with an unknown payload. A second Long March 8 launch is also listed for June 5, 2026. The status is currently 'Go for Launch'.
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Long March 8 Rocket Launch Scheduled For June 5
A Long March 6A rocket with an unknown payload is scheduled for launch on June 4, 2026, at 11:41 UTC. The launch status is currently 'Go for Launch'.
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Launch Library Lists Upcoming Long March 8 Launches
The Launch Library has listed upcoming launches for the Long March 8 rocket. Two launches are scheduled, with one having an unknown payload and the other also unconfirmed. Specific launch dates and payloads are detailed in the listing. These launches are part of China's ongoing space program. Both are marked as 'Go for Launch'. These launches are scheduled from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center.
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New Launch Vehicle Smart Dragon 3 Details Emerge
Details have emerged regarding the new launch vehicle, Smart Dragon 3. This development pertains to advancements in space technology.
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Launch Library Lists Long March 2D Launch
The Launch Library has listed an upcoming launch for the Long March 2D rocket. The payload for this mission is currently unknown. The launch is scheduled for May 30, 2026, with multiple potential launch windows. The source did not provide details on the significance of this listing or the specific library. The Long March 2D rocket launch has been listed by the Library of Congress. The listing indicates a past or upcoming launch event. The launch itself occurred previously.
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