Long March 7A rocket fails during ChinaSat-4B satellite launch from Wenchang
[MALFUNCTION]Aug 10, 2026 · China National Space Administration · Yutu-2 Rover · The Moon
Failure Mode
MALFUNCTION
Event Date
Aug 10, 2026
Primary Entity
China National Space Administration
Robotic Platform
Yutu-2 Rover
Jurisdiction / Location
The Moon
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
A Long March 7A rocket carrying the ChinaSat-4B satellite failed after an in-flight anomaly following liftoff from the Wenchang space launch site in Hainan on August 10, 2026. The rocket was completely destroyed at relatively low altitude and speed, meaning neither the satellite nor debris reached orbit. This was the Long March 7A's first failure since its maiden flight in March 2020.
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https://www.nbcnews.com/world/asia/china-says-long-march-7a-rocket-launch-failed-flight-anomaly-rcna591871
https://www.nbcnews.com/world/asia/china-says-long-march-7a-rocket-launch-failed-flight-anomaly-rcna591871
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Long March 7A rocket fails during ChinaSat-4B satellite launch from Wenchang?
A Long March 7A rocket carrying the ChinaSat-4B satellite failed after an in-flight anomaly following liftoff from the Wenchang space launch site in Hainan on August 10, 2026. The rocket was completely destroyed at relatively low altitude and speed, meaning neither the satellite nor debris reached orbit. This was the Long March 7A's first failure since its maiden flight in March 2020.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on August 10, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Long March 7A rocket fails during ChinaSat-4B satellite launch from Wenchang?
Yutu-2 Rover by China National Space Administration is the recorded robot involved in this incident at The Moon.
Has anyone responded to Long March 7A rocket fails during ChinaSat-4B satellite launch from Wenchang?
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What is the current status of Long March 7A rocket fails during ChinaSat-4B satellite launch from Wenchang?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.