Shiezoli · Jul 24, 2026
Shiezoli — video status
China’s Long March 3B rocket was struck by lightning shortly after liftoff from Xichang last night. Despite the lightning strike, it successfully placed the Tianlian-2 06 communications relay satellite into orbit. The launch adds the sixth satellite to China’s second-generation Tianlian-2 network, strengthening space-to-ground communications and coverage.
