China's Secret Spacecraft Returns to Earth After 9-Month Mission.
China's reusable spaceplane completed its second mission after 276 days in orbit, landing at an undisclosed location. The spacecraft's maker, China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp., stated that the mission was an important breakthrough in reusable spacecraft technology. The spacecraft performed numerous orbital maneuvers during its flight, with adjustments made in recent weeks in preparation for landing. The landing is likely to have taken place at the Lop Nur military base in Xinjiang.