Space Pioneer completes launch pad for Tianlong-3 rocket

Published on July 24, 2025
Full-scale mockup of Space Pioneer's Tianlong-3 rocket stands vertically on a newly completed launch pad at the Dongfeng Commercial Space Innovation Test Zone, located in the desert landscape of Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The launch pad is equipped with support towers, fueling infrastructure, and ground facilities visible under clear blue skies.

Chinese startup Space Pioneer has completed a launch pad at Jiuquan spaceport for its Tianlong-3 liquid propellent rocket ahead of a first orbital launch.

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