TJSW-14

Classified Tongxin Jishu Shiyan-14 (TJS-14) satellite launched from Xichang toward geostationary orbit; officially for communications, broadcasting and data-relay technology tests, though outside analysts suspect a signals-intelligence role.

Outcome

Success

Orbit

GTO

Geostationary transfer orbit

Payload to orbit

4 T (est.)

Flight

64th

of 78 Long March 3B/E flights

Date and time

23 January 2025, 15:32 UTC

Rocket

Long March 3B/E

Builder

CASC

Launch site

Launch Complex 2 (LC-2), Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Payload

Government/Top Secret

International designator

2025-017

Launches in 2025

18th of 329

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