HUAILAI, Hebei – August 7 – China has successfully conducted a critical trial involving the takeoff and landing of its future crewed lunar lander, marking a major milestone in its plans for human exploration of the Moon.
The test, which took place on Wednesday at a dedicated site in Huailai County, Hebei Province, was officially confirmed by the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) on Thursday.
Major Leap Toward Manned Lunar Missions
According to CMSA, this was the first time China tested a manned spacecraft’s landing and ascent procedures for operations beyond Earth. The agency described the trial as a significant breakthrough in the country’s evolving lunar exploration roadmap.
The test aimed to verify the spacecraft’s ability to land safely on the Moon’s surface and then lift off again for return or further operations—a crucial capability for any future manned Moon mission.
China’s Lunar Ambitions Grow
The successful test highlights China’s increasing commitment to sending astronauts to the Moon. While no official launch timeline has been confirmed, experts believe the country is aiming for a crewed lunar mission in the early 2030s, as part of its broader effort to become a leading spacefaring nation.
China has already made major strides in space exploration, including robotic Moon landings, Mars missions, and the development of its own space station, Tiangong.
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