10 August 2020
Space-tracking ship Yuanwang 5 returned after 58 days in the Pacific Ocean to port on 09 August, after completing the latest missions of monitoring the launch of Tianwen 1 and the APSTAR-6D telecommunication satellite. After docking at the port, crew members will rest, examine facilities, and replenish supplies for upcoming missions, including the Chang'e 5 lunar sample return mission, sources with the country's satellite maritime tracking and controlling authorities said.
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