Every time the Chinese rocket is launched, astronomers anxiously track its trajectory back to the surface. In an out-of-control landing, there is always fear that the rocket may hit a populated area. This time there In response, Spain temporarily closed parts of its airspace to avoid the risk posed by the space debris. There were hundreds of flight delays in the country. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson was critical of the Chinese mission. “It is critical that all spacefaring nations are responsible and transparent in their space activities, and follow established best practices, especially, for the uncontrolled re-entry of a large rocket body debris — debris that could very well result in major damage or loss of life,” he said. He made a similar statement in July. That was the last time a Chinese Long March 5B returned to Earth after the Chinese had launched another part of the Tiangong space station into space. NASA responds
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Chinese rocket in out-of-control re-entry plunges into Pacific Ocean
was concern that the Chinese rocket could come down on the coast of Spain.
