China delays Chang’e-7 Moon mission just before planned launch
- China postponed the Chang’e-7 lunar mission on August 23, saying it did not meet conditions for this year’s launch window.
- The mission was expected to launch aboard a Long March 5 rocket from Wenchang in Hainan as early as August 24.
- Chang’e-7 carries an orbiter, lander, rover and hopper to search for water ice near the Moon’s south pole.
- China cited safety and reliability after a comprehensive assessment, but did not specify the exact technical reason for the delay.
Source: apnews.com
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