China's Long March Rocket: First Flight, No Reusable Booster
Update: 2025-12-23
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Chinas Long March twelve A rocket embarked on its maiden voyage this week, aiming to land and recover a reusable booster. However, the first stage failed to return safely, as confirmed by its developers at the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. The second stage successfully reached its intended orbit. Despite the setback, China is determined to catch up with SpaceXs reusable rocket technology, which has significantly reduced launch costs. With hundreds of satellites already launched, Chinese firms are eager to match Starlinks lead, but without reusable boosters, theyre falling behind. State-owned CASC, with its massive rocket and workforce, is leading the charge, with more tests on the horizon as Beijing strives for a reusable tech advantage.
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