China prepares first commercial resupply craft and booster reflight

China is preparing a second Chang Zheng 12A launch with a booster landing attempt after a failure in December 2025. The Qingzhou and Haolong cargo vehicles are also moving closer to flights to the Tiangong station.

• Second CZ-12A to launch no earlier than November 3 with a booster recovery attempt
• Qingzhou will deliver up to 1,800 kg of cargo to Tiangong in January 2027
• Reusable Haolong carries about 2,000 kg and lands on a runway
• CZ-10B booster caught by net on July 10 is being readied for reflight