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Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)
Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) launched on Mon, Aug 17, 2026, 03:02 AM UTC — a China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation mission.
Launch SuccessfulChina Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Lifted offNET Aug 2026
NET Mon, Aug 17, 2026, 03:02 AM UTC
Mission profile
The flight at a glance
Long March 2CVehicle
China Aerospace Science and Technology CorporationProvider
Launch Complex 9Pad
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of ChinaLocation
Earth ScienceMission type
Sun-Synchronous OrbitOrbit
Flight simulation
Ascent to orbit
A representative gravity-turn climb for Long March 2C to Sun-Synchronous Orbit. Illustrative model — not this mission’s live telemetry.
Mission timeT+0:00
Altitude0.0 km
Velocity0.00 km/s
PhaseLiftoff
T+0:00 / 8:50
SimulatedRepresentative Long March 2C ascent profile — illustrative model, not this mission’s live telemetry.
The mission
Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)
Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) is an Earth observation satellite project of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at the United Arab Emirates University. The SEO mission aims to develop advanced space technologies and represents an ambitious step toward utilizing space technologies to support sustainability and future development, including giving Emirati talent hands-on experiences in various stages of satellite development and operations including ground station facilities, assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) capabilities. The mission seeks to provide data and insights that contribute to environmental protection, natural resource management, and enhanced planning and decision-making efficiency.
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Frequently asked
What time does Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) launch?
Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) is scheduled to lift off Mon, Aug 17, 2026, 03:02 AM UTC.
Where can I watch Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)?
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Who is launching Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)?
Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) is an China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation mission flying on a Long March 2C.
Where does Long March 2C | Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) launch from?
It lifts off from Launch Complex 9, Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China.