ChinaSat-9C Communications Satellite Launch | Xichang Satellite Launch Center
China successfully launched the Zhongxing-9C (ChinaSat-9C) communications satellite into geostationary orbit (GEO) at 8:37 pm (Beijing Time) on Friday, June 20, 2025, using a LongMarch-3B carrier rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan province. The satellite entered its planned orbit smoothly, marking the complete success of the mission. This 5.5 ton satellite is designed to provide communications services for live television broadcasts over 15 years. This launch was the 582nd flight of the Long March series of carrier rockets. This replaces the original ChinaSat-9 launched 17 years ago this month.
Video Credit: CCTV News
Caption Credit: Xinhua
Duration: 23 seconds
Capture Date: June 20, 2025
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