Rocket for Shenzhou VII is ready

Source: CRI | 06-27-2008 09:52

Chinese scientists have finished assembling the rocket that will carry China's Shenzhou VII spaceship into space.

The nose cone of the Long March II-F rocket.  [Photo: people.com.cn]

The people.com.cn website reported that researchers at China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT) recently completed all testing works on Long March II-F.

The rocket is ready to leave for Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in August, where the Shenzhou VII spaceship will take off in October.