Gaofen is a series of civilian Earth observation satellites developed and launched for the China High-definition Earth Observation System (CHEOS), a state-sponsored programme aimed to develop a near-real time, all-weather, global surveillance network consisting of satellite, near-space (stratosphere) airships, and aerial observation platforms. October 26, 2025 at 03:55 UTC · Launch Successful Long March 3B/E — China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, to Sun-Synchronous Orbit Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1), Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China The world's 7097th orbital launch attempt, and 248th of 2025. Data: Launch Library 2, The Space Devs. Image by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation via The Space Devs.