Heads up, space fans 🚀 The Shenzhou-21 manned spaceship and its Long March-2F carrier rocket have rolled into the launch area at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) confirmed all systems are go, with final pre-launch checks and joint tests underway. 🛠️
So, what’s a “carrier rocket”? It’s basically the booster that carries the spaceship into orbit – think of it as the heavy-duty delivery truck of space travel. Right now, engineers are running detailed function checks, making sure every valve, circuit, and sensor is 100% ready for liftoff. 🔍
Next up: mission control will pick the perfect launch window. They’ll watch weather patterns, orbital paths, and other factors to avoid any surprises. 🌤️🌎
Whether you’re following rocket updates in Jakarta, streaming live feeds in Mumbai, or swapping memes about space suits in Ho Chi Minh City, keep your eyes on the skies. Shenzhou-21’s countdown has begun, and this could be the next big moment in crewed spaceflight! 📡✨
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Preparations underway for launch of Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceship
cgtn.com
