Shenzhou XIX crew to launch as Shenzhou XVIII returns

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Oct 03, 2024 - China is set to launch the Shenzhou XIX spacecraft in late October, while the Shenzhou XVIII crew prepares for its return to Earth after celebrating China's National Day in orbit aboard the Tiangong space station.

The China Manned Space Agency's October mission schedule, announced on Monday, outlines the upcoming launch of the Shenzhou XIX spacecraft. Once the new crew arrives, the current crew aboard Shenzhou XVIII will begin their journey back to Earth.