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Jan. 9, 2020
Long March-3B launches TJSW-5
A Long March-3B launch vehicle launched the Communication Technology Test Satellite 5 (TJSW-5) from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center, Sichuan Province, southwest China, on 7 January 2020, at 15:20 UTC (23:20 local time).
Long March-3B launches TJSW-5
According to official sources, the satellite has successfully entered the preset orbit. TJSW-5 (通信技术试验卫星五号) will be used in communication, radio, television and data transmission, as well as high-throughput technology test.
Communication Technology Test Satellite 5 or TJSW-5. (Illustration)
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