On November 15, 2025, after 200 days aboard the China Space Station, the Shenzhou-20 crew touched down safely in Inner Mongolia, marking the end of a record-breaking mission 🚀.
Their original return was delayed when debris spotted near their descent path raised safety concerns. To keep the team safe, mission control arranged their journey home on the Shenzhou-21 spacecraft—a first in China's space program 🤝.
Throughout their flight, Commander Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie carried out four spacewalks, installed upgraded debris shields and conducted over a dozen experiments. Highlights included growing rice seedlings in microgravity and testing advanced robotics for future deep-space missions 🌱🤖.
Completing more than 200 days in orbit, the trio set a new endurance record for China’s crewed flights and showcased incredible teamwork. As they reunite with loved ones, their achievements fuel dreams of humanity's next steps among the stars ✨.
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