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Huosheng Aerospace Develops Full-Flow Staged Combustion Engine

October 19, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Huosheng Aerospace develops full-flow staged combustion engine.
Ningbo invests 8.6 billion yuan in industrial base.
Engine has sea-level specific impulse of 315 seconds.
Huosheng Aerospace targets maiden flight in 2028.

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Strategic Implications

This investment may indicate Ningbo's growing interest in commercial aerospace, and Huosheng Aerospace's focus on full-flow staged combustion technology could suggest a competitive edge in the industry. The development of this engine may also signal a shift in China's aerospace priorities, with a focus on advanced propulsion systems.

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What Happened

Ningbo Invests Heavily In New Venture With SpaceX-Identical Technology

Huosheng Aerospace, a new venture founded by a former Landspace VP, is developing a full-flow staged combustion engine, with Ningbo investing 8.6 billion yuan in an industrial base to support the project. The engine, named Huosheng No.1, has a sea-level specific impulse of 315 seconds and is planned to complete its final assembly and full-system hot test run by the end of 2026. Huosheng Aerospace targets a maiden flight in 2028, with the engine set to power the company’s Qitian No.2 heavy-lift rocket. This development was first reported by Unknown Source.

Source | Originally Published: June 15, 2026

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