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Shenlong spaceplane photographed from less than 90 km away

The DIA published a photograph of the Shenlong spaceplane taken by a commercial satellite from less than 90 km away. First launched in September 2020, the craft resembles the US Space Force's Boeing X-37B in design.

Field
space
What they did
The US Defense Intelligence Agency released the clearest public image of China's secretive spaceplane Shenlong, taken by a satellite from less than 90 km away.
Why it matters
This reveals the craft's dimensions and design, which were previously unknown and the subject of speculation due to strict security.
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