BENGALURU: China Friday demonstrated recovery of an orbital-class rocket booster, joining a small group of space players pursuing reusable launch systems. For India, the milestone comes as Isro’s reusable Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) still remains years away from a demonstration flight.

Soon after launch, the first stage of the rocket returned vertically and was recovered via a sea platform, state media says.

Soon after launch, the first stage of the rocket returned vertically and was recovered via a sea platform: state media.

China tests a new rocket booster recovery system, aiming to compete with US in reusable rocket technology.

China successfully recovers its first reusable rocket booster, marking a significant advancement in its space technology.