🎉🚀 Big news for space buffs! China is officially kicking off its 2026 space mission schedule with a stellar launch.
On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 10:16 p.m. local time, the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in the Chinese mainland sent the Yaogan-50 01 remote sensing satellite into orbit aboard a modified Long March-6 rocket. According to the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, the satellite has entered its planned orbit without a hitch.
Yaogan satellites are key players in Earth observation, capturing high-resolution imagery to track environmental changes, aid disaster relief, and boost agricultural planning. For our fellow space geeks and tech lovers, this launch is a major step toward a more data-driven future! 🌍📡
This successful lift-off sets the tone for a busy year ahead. In 2026, we can look forward to more lunar probes, cargo flights to Chinas space station, and other exciting missions. Stay tuned to see whats next on the launch pad! ✨
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China opens 2026 space mission schedule with satellite launch
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