Space Pioneer Demo Flight Tianlong-3
Weather Forecast During Launch
The forecast calls for a temperature of 50°F, clear skies, 5% cloud cover and a wind speed of 10mph.
About the Demo Flight Mission
| Type | Test Flight |
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| Orbit | Polar Orbit |
First test launch of Space Pioneer’s Tianlong-3 rocket.
Apparently failed around stage separation.
Launch Pad & Location
Tianlong-3 Launch Pad
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
| Launches | 1 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 1 |
| Total Launches | 298 |
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).
Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 Rocket
| Length | 72.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.8 m |
| Stages | 2-3 |
| Launch Mass | 600.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 8,100.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 17,000 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 10,000 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 4/3/2026 |
Booster Landing & Recovery
Core TL-3 F1
| Serial Number | TL-3 F1 |
|---|---|
| Last Flight | 04/03/2026 |
First stage booster used on the 1st flight of Space Pioneer's Tianlong-3 rocket. No booster recovery was attempted, and there may have been problems with the stage during ascent. The Tianlong-3 first stage booster was expended.
Unknown - N/A
Expended - EXP
Vehicle did not perform any landing operations after launch
Track the booster recovery and droneship return to port (opens in a new tab)
About Space Pioneer
Space Pioneer is a Chinese private space launch company based in Beijing. It was founded in 2015 by Kang Yonglai.
| Total Launches | 2 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 1 |
| Failed | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 Demo Flight launch scheduled?
The Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 Demo Flight launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 Demo Flight mission launch from?
The Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 rocket launched from Tianlong-3 Launch Pad at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).
What rocket was used for the Demo Flight mission?
The Demo Flight mission launched aboard a Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
Did the Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 booster for Demo Flight attempt a landing?
Yes, the Tianlong-3 first stage booster attempted a Expended at a designated landing zone. Booster recovery allows Space Pioneer to reuse rocket components, significantly reducing launch costs. Learn more about the landing details.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 Demo Flight launch?
The Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 Demo Flight launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 Demo Flight launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Space Pioneer Tianlong-3 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Demo Flight mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Space Pioneer live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
Last Updated
Last Updated:
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Launch failure.
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Delayed to April 3.
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Added tentative launch date and time per NOTAMs; Assignment of this launch to the launch listed in this launch window is highly uncertain.
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Reverted update due to high uncertainties with linking potential launch on March 30 with Tianlong-3.
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Updated launch date and time per NOTAMs; Assignment of this launch to the launch at the date and time listed is highly uncertain.
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Added launch.