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China’s Long March 7A rocket exploded around 85 seconds after launch from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan on August 10, 2026.
About
- Long March 7A (CZ-7A) is a medium-to-heavy-lift rocket developed by the China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology.
- It is mainly used to launch satellites into Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO).
- The rocket uses liquid-fuel engines along with boosters.
- This was the 18th flight of the Long March 7A.
- Chinese authorities are expected to examine the flight data and telemetry to find the cause of the failure.
- The Wenchang Space Launch Site is one of China's important launch sites and is used for several major space missions.