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China celebrated the 500th Long March rocket launch by sending a new trio of reconnaissance satellites into orbit over the weekend. The Long March 2D rocket launched from Xichang Satellite Launch Center and rose into blue skies above the hills, while trailing a colorful exhaust plume. Aboard the rocket were three Yaogan-39 satellites, a group of spacecraft designed for remote sensing and monitoring purposes. Little is publicly known about the exact nature of these satellites, fuelling speculation among western observers. The launch marked an important milestone for China’s space program, showcasing its continued commitment to space exploration and technological advancement.
China’s Long March rockets have achieved a high success rate, with just a few setbacks. With ongoing plans to expand its space infrastructure, including the development of a new Long March 9 rocket and sending astronauts to the moon, China remains a key player in the global space race. This latest mission was the country’s 59th orbital launch of 2023, and another step forward in its ambitious space program.
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