“China’s Long March 8A Launches Guowang Satellites—13,000 for Global Internet!” China just made history with the first-ever launch of the Long March 8A! On February 11, 2025, this powerful new rocket successfully delivered the latest batch of Guowang megaconstellation satellites into orbit. This mission is a huge step forward in China’s space program, marking the expansion of a 13,000-satellite network aimed at global broadband internet, challenging SpaceX’s Starlink.With advanced hydrogen-oxygen engines, a larger payload fairing, and 7,000 kg capacity, Long March 8A is set to play a key role in China’s commercial spaceflight and satellite internet ambitions. Is this the beginning of a new space race? Watch now to find out!References:
