Long March 7A | Shiyan 9 (XJY-6-02)

The Long March 7A launch of Shiyan 9 (XJY-6-02) on March 11, 2021, carried a geostationary satellite into geostationary transfer orbit. The Shiyan 9 payload is a technology demonstration satellite, designed to test advanced communication and navigation systems, as well as a new propulsion technology. This mission is significant for its potential to improve China's space-based communication and navigation capabilities, particularly in the context of its Belt and Road Initiative. The Long March 7A rocket, a variant of the Long March 7, made its second flight, marking a milestone in the development of China's heavy-lift launch vehicle technology. The mission was launched from the Wenchang Space Launch Site, using a pad at the site, although the specific pad number is not publicly disclosed.

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