China launches first reusable, returnable test satellite

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BEIJING, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- China sent its first reusable and returnable test satellite, the Shijian-19, into space on Friday, using a Long March-2D rocket for the launch.

The rocket blasted off at 6:30 p.m. (Beijing Time) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China.

The Shijian-19 satellite has realized a number of technological breakthroughs, and will significantly enhance the technical level and application efficiency of China's returnable satellites.

It was the 537th flight mission of the Long March series rockets. Enditem

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