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China tests record-life satellite engine for orbit-raising

China tested an upgraded satellite engine that ran 11,617 seconds across five orbit-raising maneuvers.
WHO: China Academy of Aerospace Propulsion Technology
WHAT: Test of an upgraded satellite engine with a record operating life during orbit-raising maneuvers
WHEN: Jul 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
WHERE: Xian, China
WHY: The engine was tested to demonstrate record-breaking operating life for orbit-raising spacecraft propulsion.

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