China launches test satellite for internet technology

Successful launch into orbit

The satellite was launched at 12:00 pm (Beijing Time) by a Long March 2D carrier rocket and entered the planned orbit successfully.

Purpose of the test satellite

Test satellites for satellite internet technology are primarily used to conduct technical verification and experiments, including mobile-to-satellite broadband connections and the integration of space-ground networks.

Long march milestone

The launch marks the 567th mission for the Long March series carrier rockets.