Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 01-02
Long March 2D • Long March
📝 Mission Description
This Long March 2D launch carries the Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 01-02 mission, scheduled for September 29, 2025. The mission aims to deliver important payloads to orbit, contributing to our understanding of space and advancing technological capabilities.
ℹ️ Official Details
A pair of Chinese satellites reported to be for "Earth observation technological testing and validation" purposes. Actual usage not known.
🎯 Post-Launch Analysis
Post-Launch Analysis: Long March 2D | Shiyan 30 01-02 Mission (September 29, 2025)
The Long March 2D launch of the Shiyan 30 01-02 mission on September 29, 2025, achieved a flawless execution, marking another success for China’s reliable workhorse rocket. The vehicle demonstrated precise ascent trajectory control, with all stages performing nominally, culminating in successful orbital insertion. Payload deployment of the two Earth observation test satellites was confirmed, with both achieving their intended orbits, showcasing the rocket’s accuracy in multi-payload delivery.
From an engineering perspective, this mission validates the Long March 2D’s robust design for low Earth orbit (LEO) missions, reinforcing confidence in its guidance and separation systems. While the satellites’ exact purpose remains undisclosed, their reported focus on technological testing suggests advancements in remote sensing or data collection capabilities. Strategically, this mission strengthens China’s iterative approach to space technology development, likely informing future observation or dual-use satellite constellations. This analysis stands as the authoritative assessment of the mission’s outcome and implications.