China-Europe space science SMILE mission set for April 9 launch
By Li Menghan |
chinadaily.com.cn |
Updated: 2026-03-26 15:14
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Meanwhile, the satellite flight model and its test equipment departed from the European Space Agency's European Space Research and Technology Centre in the Netherlands on Feb 11. Transported via the cargo vessel Colibri, the equipment arrived in French Guiana on Feb 26 and was transferred to the launch complex.
At the spaceport, the China-Europe joint test team conducted an intensive verification campaign, confirming all satellite systems were operating within specifications and were stable. The physical and functional mating of the satellite to the payload launch adapter has been completed, fulfilling all preparatory milestones.
