Three tycoons will spend six months in outer space
The Chinese manned spacecraft Shenzhou-13 has successfully docked with the main module of the Chinese orbital station, the Office of China’s manned space flight program was quoted as saying by world agencies.
According to him, the spacecraft with three tycoons (astronauts) on board completed the task about eight hours after launch. Thus, the tycoons will officially start their duties in servicing the station, where they will spend six months, adds BTA.
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During their stay, they will take two or three space walks and conduct a series of scientific studies.
This is China’s longest manned mission to date and is considered a milestone in the country’s space program. The orbital station itself is expected to be operational next year, and Chinese authorities promise to make it available for international projects.
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