Launch Anomaly Disrupts Chinese Lunar Mission
In an unexpected turn, China's recent lunar expedition faced a setback due to an upper stage malfunction in the Long March rocket, potentially leading to the loss of two spacecraft aimed for lunar orbit.
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China Long March 2C Fails To Put Payload Into Orbit In Rare Snag • Aviation Week
Chinese satellites heading to moon fail to reach orbit after rocket falters • deccanherald.com
Chinese satellites heading to moon fail to reach orbit after rocket falters • m.economictimes.com
Moon miss: Chinese satellites fail to reach planned orbit for lunar test • South China Morning Post
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