CERES-2 Rocket’s Maiden Flight Fails in Jiuquan Launch
The CERES-2, a privately-developed rocket, failed during its maiden flight on January 17, 2026, from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in mainland China. The anomaly is under investigation.
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The CERES-2, a privately-developed rocket, failed during its maiden flight on January 17, 2026, from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in mainland China. The anomaly is under investigation.
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