China National Space Administration
Shenzhou
Capsule
ActiveHuman Rated
Overview
/01The Shenzhou spacecraft resembles the Soyuz, although it is longer, with a larger habitable volume. It features a powered service module like the Soyuz, and prior to Shenzhou 8 its orbital module was capable of autonomous flight. The aft service module contains life support and other equipment required for the functioning of Shenzhou.
Agency
China National Space Administration
Type
Capsule
Maiden Flight
November 19, 1999
Crew Capacity
3
Flight Life
200 day design life.
Specifications
/02Chinese crewed spaceflight program.
9.25
Height (m)
2.8
Diameter (m)
—
Payload Capacity (kg)
—
Return Capacity (kg)
Mission Record
/0323
Total Launches
23
Successful
0
Failed
23
Spacecraft Flown
Landing Record
22
Attempted Landings
21
Successful Landings
1
Failed Landings