
Shenzhou-19 Crew Makes History with Epic Third Spacewalk—Countdown to Earth Return Begins!
2025-03-21
Author: Yu
In an incredible milestone for China's space exploration, the Shenzhou-19 crew successfully completed their third spacewalk from the nation's orbiting space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The heroic extravehicular activities (EVAs) took place at 8:50 PM Beijing Time on Friday, marking another significant achievement in their ongoing mission.
Taikonauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze dedicated approximately seven hours to meticulously complete an array of essential tasks. Their work included installing space debris protection devices and auxiliary equipment, as well as conducting thorough inspections of extravehicular gear. This ambitious undertaking was made possible with the assistance of the station's robotic arm and a dedicated support team back on Earth.
Remarkably, this latest spacewalk added to Taikonaut Cai Xuzhe's growing record, bringing his total extravehicular missions to five—more than any other Chinese astronaut before him. His persistence and expertise have made him a key figure in China's evolving space program, inspiring the next generation of space explorers.
As the Shenzhou-19 crew journeys through their nearly five-month stay in space, they continue to conduct a variety of scientific experiments that are progressing smoothly, paving the way for future advancements in space science. The crew is anticipated to return to Earth in just over a month, setting the stage for an exciting homecoming after their pivotal contributions to humanity's understanding of the cosmos.
The global space community watches with keen interest as China pushes the boundaries of space exploration, and anticipation builds around what the Shenzhou-19 mission will reveal. Stay tuned for more updates as we count down to their return!