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China completes static fire of reusable Long March 12B ahead of planned test flight

China’s main space contractor performed a static fire test Friday of a new reusable Long March 12B rocket, completing a key ground check ahead of a planned test flight. The hot-fire verifies engine and stage systems as Beijing advances reusable-launch capabilities.

2026-01-16T10:26:20.173577-08:00

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China conducts twin launches: Long March 2C lofts Algeria's AlSat‑3A while CERES‑1 sea launch deploys four Tianqi IoT sats

2026-01-16T03:09:22.805358-08:00

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China nears approval for twin probes to the solar system’s edge

2026-01-16T03:47:37.266523-08:00

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EASA conducts validation test flights of COMAC C919 as China seeks European certification

2026-01-15T08:15:33.102843-08:00

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China's Aviation Industry in September 2024: Key Developments and Trends

October 3, 2024 - China's aviation industry in September 2024 expanded international routes, advanced the COMAC C919, and navigated competitive pressures. Read More.

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China completes static fire of reusable Long March 12B ahead of planned test flight China’s main space contractor performed a static fire test Friday of a new reusable Long March 12B rocket, completing a key ground check ahead of a planned test flight. The hot-fire verifies engine and stage systems as Beijing advances reusable-launch capabilities.

2026-01-16T10:26:20.173577-08:00

China completes static fire of reusable Long March 12B ahead of planned test flight

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China nears approval for twin probes to the solar system’s edge China has published coordinated technical papers describing two probes to the solar system’s boundary, a procedural step suggesting the long‑studied dual‑probe program is approaching formal approval. The papers outline mission concepts and coordination that could enable Chinese spacecraft to reach the solar system’s edge.

2026-01-16T03:47:37.266523-08:00

China nears approval for twin probes to the solar system’s edge

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China conducts twin launches: Long March 2C lofts Algeria's AlSat‑3A while CERES‑1 sea launch deploys four Tianqi IoT sats China carried out two launches Jan. 15–16, 2026: a Long March 2C from Jiuquan placed Algeria’s AlSat‑3A — a surveillance/disaster‑monitoring satellite — and a CERES‑1 Y7 sea launch deployed four Tianqi IoT telecommunications microsatellites. The missions underscore Beijing’s blend of state partnerships and commercial launch capacity.

2026-01-16T03:09:22.805358-08:00

China conducts twin launches: Long March 2C lofts Algeria's AlSat‑3A while CERES‑1 sea launch deploys four Tianqi IoT sats

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China Express Airlines secures $75M government subsidy to bolster operations and fleet plans

2026-01-15T18:57:55.613240-08:00

China Express Airlines secures

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EASA conducts validation test flights of COMAC C919 as China seeks European certification EASA test pilots have carried out validation flights of China’s COMAC C919 as part of regulator-led certification activities in support of potential EASA recognition. Successful validation would clear a key regulatory barrier to C919 operation in Europe and bolster the jet’s push into Western markets.

2026-01-15T08:15:33.102843-08:00

EASA conducts validation test flights of COMAC C919 as China seeks European certification

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China pivots investment toward space laser communications — 12 of 137 funding rounds targeted lasercom firms Chinese commercial space investors directed 12 of 137 funding rounds to companies developing space laser communications — about 9% of deals — indicating a measurable shift of capital toward lasercom. The concentration underscores growing investor interest in optical communications within China’s space sector.

2026-01-15T00:25:15.546830-08:00

China pivots investment toward space laser communications — 12 of 137 funding rounds targeted lasercom firms

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COMAC C909: 2025 setbacks deepen as China bans Boeing deliveries COMAC, China’s state-owned planemaker behind the C909 regional jet, endured a difficult 2025 with program setbacks and production challenges. Beijing has also banned its carriers from accepting Boeing deliveries in a retaliatory move, complicating COMAC’s market positioning and carriers’ near-term fleet sourcing.

2026-01-15T00:23:54.588950-08:00

COMAC C909: 2025 setbacks deepen as China bans Boeing deliveries

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COMAC struggled in 2025; 2026 unlikely to be better China's state-owned COMAC endured a difficult 2025, with operational setbacks and underperformance across its commercial aircraft programs. With execution issues unresolved and production pressures persisting, analysts say 2026 is unlikely to bring material improvement for the maker of the C909.

2026-01-15T00:23:54.327881-08:00

COMAC struggled in 2025; 2026 unlikely to be better

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China completes static fire of reusable Long March 12B ahead of planned test flight

China conducts twin launches: Long March 2C lofts Algeria's AlSat‑3A while CERES‑1 sea launch deploys four Tianqi IoT sats

China nears approval for twin probes to the solar system’s edge

EASA conducts validation test flights of COMAC C919 as China seeks European certification

Hype Analysis

China's Aviation Industry in September 2024: Key Developments and Trends

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