Air Support Team Ready for Return of Shenzhou-19 Astronauts | China Space Station
The air support team has carried out multiple search and rescue drills and is now ready for the return of the Shenzhou-19 crew members that are preparing to conclude their six-month mission aboard China's space station Tiangong in orbit.
The three astronauts are set to depart the space station combination aboard the Shenzhou-19 spacecraft and are scheduled to soon return to the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, according to the China Manned Space Agency.
Considering the geographical location of the Dongfeng landing site and the desert weather conditions, the search and rescue team has adopted various measures to collaborate with the ground team to clarify conditions and rescue measures.
"We have adopted systematic grouping approach combined with a diagonal net search method for the search and rescue mission. By taking advantage of differences in flight altitude, we will ensure safety while improving our ability to conduct search and rescue operations in unfamiliar areas and challenging weather conditions," said Hu Mintao, a member of the search and rescue team.
The air support team has clear roles, with each crew group equipped with a navigator and two captains to ensure flight safety.
After the drills, they used electronic flight terminals to review the exercise to further optimize flight tactics and emergency response procedures.
"The captain leading this search and rescue mission has extensive experiences, with an average flight time of over 3,700 hours per crew member. We have completed preparations thorough practical drills and are fully prepared. With our enthusiasm, exceptional skills, and strong work ethic, we are committed to ensuring the mission's success. We are ready to warmly welcome the astronauts home," said Li Xiaoqiang, member of the search and rescue team.
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Release Date: April 29, 2025
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