Cheering news for space enthusiasts! 🌌 China's Shenzhou-18 crewed mission is gearing up for launch as the final rehearsal wrapped up successfully on Tuesday, according to China Media Group (CMG).
The rocket and spacecraft have aced their electrical performance tests, and astronauts, along with all systems at the launch site, have completed the launch drill. Everything is reported to be in tip-top shape! 👍
Engineering staff revealed a fresh approach to testing this time around. \\"Starting from the Shenzhou-18 mission, we've optimized the process and no longer test the backup rocket,\\" said Zhao Bingkun from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. \\"This has shortened the launch cycle and boosted our efficiency.\\" Talk about leveling up! 🚀
This mission marks the first crewed launch in April for China's manned space project since the establishment of the China Space Station. April might be famous for its showers 🌧️ elsewhere, but at the launch center in northwest China, it's known for wild winds and sandy surprises. 🌬️🌪️
But no worries! The meteorological team has got it all covered. They've crunched wind speed data from the past decade and crafted multiple contingency plans. Nothing's stopping this mission! 💪
On April 17, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced that the Shenzhou-18 spaceship and the Long March-2F carrier rocket have been transferred to the launch area. The big day is just around the corner! 🎉
The spaceship is set to blast off in the coming days, sending three astronauts to the China Space Station for a six-month adventure among the stars. ✨🛰️ Can't wait to see what discoveries await!
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Final rehearsal completed for China's Shenzhou-18 crewed mission
cgtn.com
