China is about to start trying to land and reuse its rockets

Published on August 25, 2025
Zhuque-3 first stage stands vertically on the launch pad at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, secured to a large blue service tower, with the sun setting behind it. The stainless steel rocket displays the Landspace logo prominently.

China is preparing for its first attempt to land a rocket stage after an orbital launch, following years of development and testing.

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