China Prepares to Launch Next-Gen Lunar Relay Satellite, Queqiao 2

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Mar 19, 2024

The China National Space Administration (CNSA) is poised to launch Queqiao 2, a pivotal relay satellite designed to support the Chang'e 6 moon mission and future lunar explorations, within the coming days. The launch preparations include the satellite and its Long March 8 carrier rocket, both of which have recently been positioned at the Wenchang Space Launch Center in Hainan province. Fol