Long March 6A Successfully Launches Two Communication Technology Test Satellites
Summary: On July 30, 2026, the Long March 6A rocket successfully launched two communication technology test satellites (A/B) from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, marking the 660th flight of the Long March rocket series.
On July 30, 2026, China successfully launched the Communication Technology Test Satellites No. 27A and 27B into their planned orbits from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center using a Long March 6A (LM-6A) carrier rocket. The mission was a complete success. This launch marked the maiden flight of the Long March 6A rocket and the 660th flight of the Long March rocket family.
The Long March 6A is a new-generation, non-toxic, and pollution-free launch vehicle developed by China. It features a modular and combinational design, capable of deploying satellites into various orbits. This dual-satellite mission validated the rocket's payload capacity and multi-satellite deployment technology.
The two communication technology test satellites are primarily designed to conduct in-orbit experiments with new communication technologies. According to the mission authorities, the satellites will carry out a series of planned in-orbit tests after entering their operational orbits. The successful launch signifies new progress for China's space program in both launch vehicle technology and satellite applications.