On April 7, it was reported that 2026 will mark a pivotal year for the inaugural launches of reusable rockets. From April through December, a series of companies, such as LandSpace, Galactic Energy, and i-Space, are set to carry out a flurry of maiden flights and recovery tests for their reusable rockets. Domestic private commercial space enterprises have ambitious plans, aiming for 22 to 27 launches during this timeframe. In this phase, it is crucial for the industry to exhibit greater tolerance towards the inevitable 'trial and error' process, in order to nurture and safeguard its growth potential. The commercial space sector can only evolve from merely being 'flight-capable' to becoming 'reliable and scalable' by embracing risks, accepting the learning curve associated with trial and error, distilling lessons from experiences, and persistently refining its approaches. This is the pathway to achieving a heightened level of capability and advancement.
