Hey space fans from Mumbai to Manila! The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) of the Chinese mainland just paused Shenzhou-20's Earth-bound journey, originally set for Wednesday. A suspected scratch from tiny space debris – those floating bits of junk speeding around Earth at over 28,000 km/h!
Think of it like your smartphone screen: one small scratch isn't the end of the world, but at 28,000 km/h, it's a whole different ball game. The CMSA team is running impact analysis and risk checks to lock in a safe re-entry for our crew. Safety > Speed, always! 🔬✨
So, while we wait for a fresh landing date, keep your eyes on the sky and your feeds for the next update. Space may be fast, but we're betting on a safe touchdown! 🚀🌏
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
