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NASA’s Psyche Spacecraft Lines Up a Close Mars Flyby Before Heading to 16 Psyche
NASA’s Psyche mission is approaching a close Mars flyby on May 15, using the encounter to gain speed, calibrate instruments and capture a rare crescent view of the Red Planet.
Key Takeaways
- NASA’s Psyche spacecraft will make a close Mars flyby on May 15 at about 4,500 kilometers.
- The encounter will provide a gravity assist and let the mission team calibrate onboard instruments.
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