Chinese Long March 7A rocket explodes shortly after launch
A Chinese Long March 7A rocket carrying the Zhongxing 4B communication satellite exploded 85 seconds after its launch from the Wenchang Space Launch Center in Hainan province on Monday night. The mission failed due to an unspecified anomaly during flight, resulting in the destruction of both the rocket and its payload. Chinese authorities have initiated an investigation into the cause of the failure.
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What Happened
The Long March 7A rocket lifted off from the Wenchang Space Launch Center in China's Hainan province at 8:02 p.m. on Monday. Approximately 85 seconds into its flight, the vehicle experienced an anomaly and exploded in the sky, scattering debris. The rocket was carrying the Zhongxing 4B communication satellite, which was intended for both public and military use.
Official reports from state media confirmed the mission failure and the destruction of the satellite. While video footage of the explosion has circulated on social media, the specific technical cause of the malfunction remains under investigation by Chinese authorities.
Key Facts
- The rocket was a Long March 7A model.
- The launch took place at the Wenchang Space Launch Center in Hainan.
- The rocket exploded 85 seconds after liftoff.
- The payload was the Zhongxing 4B communication satellite.
- An investigation into the cause of the failure is underway.
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