China’s 1st reusable rocket explodes in dramatic fireball during landing after reaching orbit on debut flight The first test flight of Landspace's Zhuque-3 rocket ended in a fiery explosion after successfully reaching orbit. Astrobitica December 3, 2025 (Last updated: December 3, 2025) 1 minute read The first test flight of Landspace’s Zhuque-3 rocket ended in a fiery explosion after successfully reaching orbit. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: The bacteria that won’t wake up: NASA discovers new bacteria ‘playing dead’Next: NASA tests drones in Death Valley, preps for Martian sands and skies