Retired· China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

Chang'e Sample Ascender

Sample ascent stage of the Chang'e 5 and 6 missions.

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Launches

since Dec 2020

Success rate

100%

2 of 2 successful

In a row

successful launches

Launches per Year

Full year2026 so far

Specifications

Stages: 1
First flight: December 3, 2020
Manufacturer: China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

Flies for Chinese Lunar Exploration Program.

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