Event Brief
China Launches Fourth 'Shenlong' Spacecraft Mission
Filed: Feb 07, 2026 at 8:03 AM ET
Summary: China's reusable spacecraft, dubbed 'Shenlong', launched successfully, marking its fourth mission since 2020.
WHO: China
WHAT: Fourth launch of the 'Shenlong' reusable spacecraft
WHEN: Feb 06, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre
WHY: To advance reusable spacecraft technology and compete with US
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