China’s New Astronaut Group Begins Lunar Mission Training in Beijing

China’s New Astronaut Group Begins Lunar Mission Training in Beijing

China’s fourth generation of astronauts, recently selected, began their extensive training programme in Beijing this August, as confirmed by Lin Xiqiang, the China Manned Space Agency’s Deputy Director. Among the 10 new recruits are two astronauts from Hong Kong and Macao, adding regional diversity to the group. Structured Training for…