Exciting news from the cosmos! 🚀 China's commercial rocket company, LandSpace, has successfully completed a groundbreaking 10-kilometer vertical takeoff and vertical landing (VTVL) \"jump test\" on Wednesday. This impressive feat took place at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, marking a significant milestone in the development of their ZQ-3 reusable rocket.
The entire flight lasted an exhilarating 200.7 seconds, during which LandSpace achieved the country's first-ever in-flight ignition during the rocket's descent stage. This achievement not only showcases the company's innovative prowess but also paves the way for more sustainable and reusable rocket technologies in the future.
With this successful test, LandSpace is one step closer to revolutionizing the commercial space industry, offering more efficient and cost-effective solutions for space exploration and satellite deployment. 🌌✨
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China's commercial rocket company completes 10-km VTVL 'jump test'
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