China launched three Yaogan 31-03 satellites, Yaogan 31-03-A, -B, and -C, into low Earth orbit at 0222 GMT on 24 February 2021. The satellites were launched on a Long March 4C (CZ-4C) launch vehicle from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in China. The three satellites are assessed to have an Ocean Surveillance function looking for the Elint (Electronic Intelligence) signatures of warships.
Long March 4C launches Yaogan 31-03-A, -B and -C satellites. Courtesy: Xinhua
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