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China launches mystery Yaogan-45 spysat, expands Geesatcom constellation

Written by  Andrew Jones Tuesday, 09 September 2025 10:29
A Long March 7A rocket lifts off from Wenchang Satellite Launch Center on Hainan Island, leaving a trail of smoke and flames against the backdrop of the South China Sea.

China carried out two launches Monday, sending a new reconnaissance satellite into an unexpected orbit and adding 11 spacecraft to automaker Geely’s commercial constellation.

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