Chinese Long March 7A rocket explodes after liftoff
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China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
China, Wenchang
August 10, 2026
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A Chinese Long March 7A rocket exploded approximately 80 seconds after liftoff from Wenchang Space Launch Site. The payload was likely a military communications satellite. Concerns are raised regarding the YF-100 engine, which powers multiple Chinese rocket variants.
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