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Low-profile Chinese launch firm conducts first stage static fire

Written by  Andrew Jones Monday, 16 February 2026 10:54
A rocket first stage stands vertically on a red offshore launch platform labeled ‘HOS-1’ as its engines fire, sending a bright flame and heavy smoke plume across the surrounding sea.

One of China’s lower profile launch startups, Zenk Space, has conducted a first stage static fire for its Zhihang-1 rocket ahead of a planned launch.

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