23 Sep 2026 13:32 UTC Local

SatNet LEO Group 26

Success Launch Successful China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, Long March 8A

Mission: SatNet LEO Group 26

Communications · Low Earth Orbit

A batch of 9 Low Earth Orbit communication satellites for the Chinese state owned SatNet constellation operated by the China Satellite Network Group. The constellation will eventually consists of 13000 satellites.

Where to watch

Unofficial Webcast (CLEAN FEED) Watch Long March 8A Launch from Wenchang, LIVE!! ThatSpaceDogeGuy · Chinese

Updates

Launch success. source
Liftoff. source
New launch date and time per NOTAMs. source
Reverted back to NET September TBD per cancellation of NOTAMs. source
Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle identities uncertain. source