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China flies world‑first 7.5‑ton hydrogen‑powered unmanned cargo aircraft

China completed a world‑first flight of a 7.5‑metric‑ton (16,535 lb) unmanned cargo aircraft in Zhuzhou, Hunan, powered by a megawatt‑class (~1 MW) hydrogen turboprop. AECC said the test demonstrates hydrogen propulsion feasibility for light cargo UAS and begins a domestic technology chain for sustainable aviation.

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China Creates New Aviation Mystery With Offshore Warning Zones

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Tariffs and delivery freezes leave ~130 Chinese Boeing 737 MAX orders in limbo, raising political risk U.S. tariffs, delivery freezes and shifting trade tools have put about 130 Boeing 737 MAX orders — plus a number of “unidentified” delivery slots — in limbo for Chinese customers, exposing Boeing to heightened political, regulatory and commercial risk as bilateral trade measures evolve.

2026-04-06T06:18:00.995883-07:00

Tariffs and delivery freezes leave ~130 Chinese Boeing 737 MAX orders in limbo, raising political risk

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China flies world‑first 7.5‑ton hydrogen‑powered unmanned cargo aircraft China completed a world‑first flight of a 7.5‑metric‑ton (16,535 lb) unmanned cargo aircraft in Zhuzhou, Hunan, powered by a megawatt‑class (~1 MW) hydrogen turboprop. AECC said the test demonstrates hydrogen propulsion feasibility for light cargo UAS and begins a domestic technology chain for sustainable aviation.

2026-04-06T01:58:43.664140-07:00

China flies world‑first 7.5‑ton hydrogen‑powered unmanned cargo aircraft

Wall Street Journal

China Creates New Aviation Mystery With Offshore Warning Zones Beijing has reserved offshore warning zones covering extensive swaths of airspace for 40 days, an unusual and prolonged measure that suggests possible military activity ahead. The declaration complicates civil airspace management, may force commercial reroutes and heightens regional operational and diplomatic tensions.

2026-04-05T10:51:42.460644-07:00

China Creates New Aviation Mystery With Offshore Warning Zones

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Space Pioneer’s 71‑m Tianlong‑3 reusable rocket fails on maiden flight from Jiuquan Space Pioneer’s 71‑meter Tianlong‑3 reusable launcher failed on its maiden launch from Jiuquan after an anomaly during the early ascent phase prevented orbital insertion. The setback underscores technical hurdles facing China’s commercial launch firms as they attempt to close the capability gap with SpaceX.

2026-04-03T03:17:09.038900-07:00

Space Pioneer’s 71‑m Tianlong‑3 reusable rocket fails on maiden flight from Jiuquan

Wall Street Journal

China Building Military Airbase with Runway and Missile Facilities at Antelope Reef Satellite and open-source observers report China is constructing a major military airbase on Antelope Reef that includes a runway and missile facilities. The work, which caught some analysts by surprise, would add another forward basing site to Beijing's South China Sea footprint.

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China Building Military Airbase with Runway and Missile Facilities at Antelope Reef

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China’s moon program accelerates as U.S. launches lunar flyby The U.S. launched a lunar flyby Wednesday, while Beijing is pursuing its own moon program with formidable focus—releasing photos and videos and stepping up missions. These parallel moves highlight intensifying competition over lunar science, operations and strategic presence in cislunar space.

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China’s moon program accelerates as U.S. launches lunar flyby

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CAS Space debuts Chinese commercial launcher, tests on‑orbit servicing and outlines deep‑space plans China’s CAS Space unveiled the first flight of a new series of commercial launchers and reported tests of on‑orbit servicing technologies, while Beijing outlined a suite of future deep‑space missions. The developments underscore a coordinated push to expand domestic launch capacity and in‑orbit capabilities for civil and commercial programs.

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CAS Space debuts Chinese commercial launcher, tests on‑orbit servicing and outlines deep‑space plans

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Chinese startup demonstrates flexible robotic arm in orbit, advancing satellite servicing and debris removal A Chinese commercial startup has completed an on-orbit demonstration of a flexible robotic arm, validating technology for satellite manipulation. The test advances practical capabilities for in‑orbit servicing, refuelling and active debris removal, a step toward commercial orbital maintenance and logistics.

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Chinese startup demonstrates flexible robotic arm in orbit, advancing satellite servicing and debris removal

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China flies world‑first 7.5‑ton hydrogen‑powered unmanned cargo aircraft

Tariffs and delivery freezes leave ~130 Chinese Boeing 737 MAX orders in limbo, raising political risk

China Creates New Aviation Mystery With Offshore Warning Zones

Space Pioneer’s 71‑m Tianlong‑3 reusable rocket fails on maiden flight from Jiuquan

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

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