Chinese Rocket Accidentally Launches During Test, Crashes in Gongyi

Space Pioneer confirms no casualties as structural failure causes Tianlong-3 rocket to detach from test bench and explode.

The Tianlong-3 rocket was undergoing a static-fire test when it unexpectedly launched due to a structural failure.
The rocket's onboard computer shut down the engines mid-flight, causing it to crash into a nearby mountain.
No injuries were reported, and the resulting fire was quickly extinguished by local authorities.
Space Pioneer compared the Tianlong-3's performance to SpaceX's Falcon 9, highlighting its potential for reusable launches.
The incident may delay the planned orbital launch of Tianlong-3, initially scheduled for later this year.