In a moment of triumph for the Chinese mainland's space program, Shenzhou-19 crew member Song Lingdong stepped out of the return capsule that touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Wednesday.
Ground crews moved swiftly as Song Lingdong emerged from the spacecraft, greeted by applause and checked for vital signs after the high-speed atmospheric re-entry.
The Dongfeng landing site, known for its vast steppes and clear skies, has served as the backdrop for multiple crewed landings, offering a secure touchdown zone for returning astronauts.
Across digital channels, space enthusiasts and global observers hailed the smooth recovery as a win for next-generation space missions and precision return technology.
With Song Lingdong safely back on solid ground, teams now turn to post-landing medical checks and mission debriefs, setting the stage for upcoming missions into low Earth orbit.
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cgtn.com
