Photos & Video: Prototype of China’s next Crew Vehicle returns to Earth

June 27, 2016June 27, 2016 Patrick Blau 3587 Views Landing

The inauguration of China’s Long March 7 rocket on Saturday was capped by the successful landing of the prototype re-entry vehicle carried aboard the launcher to demonstrate the landing profile and heat shield of the country’s next generation crew vehicle.

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Videos: Long March 7 Maiden Launch

June 25, 2016June 25, 2016 Patrick Blau 3121 Views Wenchang, Wenchang Satellite Launch Center

The most powerful Chinese launch vehicle soared into the skies over a new idyllic launch site in the South China Sea on Saturday in the debut launch of the Long March 7 rocket from the Wenchang Satellite Launch Center.