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WHJSW-8

Jielong-3 launch from Sea launch platforms (China) on April 11, 2026, carrying 1 payload. GCAT records the launch as a success.

April 11, 2026 · 11:32 UTCLaunch 2026-078Launch no. 7,261 in the log
RocketJielong-3
SpaceportSea launch platformspad LP3
OutcomeSuccess
Launch agencyChangzheng H.China

Flight

Date and time (UTC)
April 11, 2026, 11:32
Launch designation
2026-078
Flight name
WHJSW-8
Vehicle flight ID
Y11?

Orbit and payload

Payload mass to orbit
1.6 t
Payloads
1
GCAT launch code
OS

Payloads

PayloadDesignationOwnerMission typeMassFate
Xingwang Jishu SW 08-012026-078ANORAD 68687China Satellite Network Group Co. Ltd.Communications1,000 kgIn orbit

Source: GCAT launch list and payload catalogs, Jonathan C. McDowell (CC BY 4.0). Orbit values are the initial orbit reported for the launch.