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Recent #ExoMars tests successfully demonstrated landing leg deployment and backshell separation, key milestones on the path to a safe touchdown for the Rosalind Franklin rover on Mars in 2030. 🔴 🔗

Recent #ExoMars tests successfully demonstrated landing leg deployment and backshell separation, key milestones on the path to a safe touchdown for the Rosalind Franklin rover on Mars in 2030. 🔴 🔗

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Spacewalk complete. ✅ After 6 hours and 23 minutes outside the International Space Station, Adenot Sophie is safely back inside. With today's EVA, Sophie becomes the first French woman to perform a spacewalk. 🇫🇷

Spacewalk complete. ✅ After 6 hours and 23 minutes outside the International Space Station, Adenot Sophie is safely back inside. With today's EVA, Sophie becomes the first French woman to perform a spacewalk. 🇫🇷

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Spacewalk complete ✅ After six and a half hours outside the International Space Station, our astronaut Sophie Adenot is safely back inside. With today's EVA, Sophie completes her second spacewalk alongside NASA astronaut Anil Menon, helping to advance the station's ongoing maintenance. A true demonstration of teamwork in orbit.

Spacewalk complete ✅ After six and a half hours outside the International Space Station, our astronaut Sophie Adenot is safely back inside. With today's EVA, Sophie completes her second spacewalk alongside NASA astronaut Anil Menon, helping to advance the station's ongoing maintenance. A true demonstration of teamwork in orbit.

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Success! ✅ MTG-I2 is on its way to geostationary orbit. After acquiring signal, the satellite has been confirmed healthy. As the third satellite in the Meteosat Third Generation constellation, MTG-I2 will provide weather forecasters with unprecedented views of Europe and Africa, helping to improve forecasts and deliver earlier warnings of severe weather. 🔗

Success! ✅ MTG-I2 is on its way to geostationary orbit. After acquiring signal, the satellite has been confirmed healthy. As the third satellite in the Meteosat Third Generation constellation, MTG-I2 will provide weather forecasters with unprecedented views of Europe and Africa, helping to improve forecasts and deliver earlier warnings of severe weather. 🔗

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⚡️Solar storm incoming! We are actively monitoring severe space weather events, occurring on 11-12 November. Severely disturbed geomagnetic conditions are expected to persist for at least 24 to 48 hours. 🔗 ESA Operations SOHO_Mission

⚡️Solar storm incoming! We are actively monitoring severe space weather events, occurring on 11-12 November. Severely disturbed geomagnetic conditions are expected to persist for at least 24 to 48 hours. 🔗 ESA Operations SOHO_Mission

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Liftoff of Ariane 6 flight #VA264 launching Metop-SG-A1 and Copernicus Sentinel-5A to orbit!

Liftoff of Ariane 6 flight #VA264 launching Metop-SG-A1 and Copernicus Sentinel-5A to orbit!

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Liftoff! ESA’s Hera mission lifted off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, USA, on 7 October at 10:52 local time (16:52 CEST, 14:52 UTC).

Liftoff! ESA’s Hera mission lifted off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, USA, on 7 October at 10:52 local time (16:52 CEST, 14:52 UTC).

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✅ Mission success for Smile. Following lift-off on Vega-C at 05:52 CEST, separation at 06:48 CEST and solar panels deployment at 06:49 CEST, Smile is now underway to study Earth’s magnetic shield. 🔗 ESA Science ESA Space Transport CNES Avio Chinese Academy of Sciences

✅ Mission success for Smile. Following lift-off on Vega-C at 05:52 CEST, separation at 06:48 CEST and solar panels deployment at 06:49 CEST, Smile is now underway to study Earth’s magnetic shield. 🔗 ESA Science ESA Space Transport CNES Avio Chinese Academy of Sciences

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Happy International Moon day! 🌔 Today we celebrate the anniversary of the first human landing on the Moon by Apollo 11 in 1969. This day honors past achievements in space exploration while igniting new dreams for the future.

Happy International Moon day! 🌔 Today we celebrate the anniversary of the first human landing on the Moon by Apollo 11 in 1969. This day honors past achievements in space exploration while igniting new dreams for the future.

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The launch isn't over yet... We are waiting on phase 2 which will put Ariane 6’s newest feature to the test: reignition of the upper stage. This will be followed by the deployment of the rocket’s eight satellites and the activation of its five onboard experiments. Coming up after the break at 20:50 BST/21:50 CEST 🔗

The launch isn't over yet... We are waiting on phase 2 which will put Ariane 6’s newest feature to the test: reignition of the upper stage. This will be followed by the deployment of the rocket’s eight satellites and the activation of its five onboard experiments. Coming up after the break at 20:50 BST/21:50 CEST 🔗

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Liftoff for MTG-S1 and Copernicus EU Sentinel-4! Watch live at & follow ESA Earth Observation for details.

Liftoff for MTG-S1 and Copernicus EU Sentinel-4! Watch live at & follow ESA Earth Observation for details.

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3, 2, 1... LIFTOFF! We are proud to unveil our brand-new ESA Shop – a reimagined online destination for official ESA merchandise. Whether you’re a dreamer, scientist, or space enthusiast, the ESA Shop connects you to our bold vision to elevate the future of Europe. 🔗

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Spacewalk #3 for Sophie Adenot! 👩‍🚀 On 1 September, Adenot Sophie and NASA astronaut Jessica Meir will venture outside the International Space Station to perform key maintenance and upgrade tasks. Tune in live tomorrow from 13:00 CEST.

Spacewalk #3 for Sophie Adenot! 👩‍🚀 On 1 September, Adenot Sophie and NASA astronaut Jessica Meir will venture outside the International Space Station to perform key maintenance and upgrade tasks. Tune in live tomorrow from 13:00 CEST.

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LIFTOFF! 🚀 Ariane 6 #VA270, launching MTG-I2, completing Europe's Meteosat constellation.

LIFTOFF! 🚀 Ariane 6 #VA270, launching MTG-I2, completing Europe's Meteosat constellation.

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Spectacular views of Sophie Adenot outside the ISS as she completes her second spacewalk alongside NASA astronaut Anil Menon.

Spectacular views of Sophie Adenot outside the ISS as she completes her second spacewalk alongside NASA astronaut Anil Menon.

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Some words and good vibes from Adenot Sophie on returning inside the International Space Station after her third spacewalk. Reflecting on the view from her workspace today, "...the Earth was really beautiful. And it makes us feel even more human and wanting to take care of our home planet."

Some words and good vibes from Adenot Sophie on returning inside the International Space Station after her third spacewalk. Reflecting on the view from her workspace today, "...the Earth was really beautiful. And it makes us feel even more human and wanting to take care of our home planet."

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A look back at Sophie Adenot's third spacewalk. Together with NASA astronaut Jessica Meir, Sophie successfully completed US EVA-99, spending 6 hours 49 minutes outside the International Space Station. The duo completed a series of critical tasks in the vacuum of space, including replacing a key navigational aid to supporting future science upgrades and enhancing Station systems. Sophie has now logged an impressive 19 hours and 42 minutes of spacewalking time across three EVAs in just 15 days. Bravo Sophie! Read more 🔗 📽 Video courtesy of sen

A look back at Sophie Adenot's third spacewalk. Together with NASA astronaut Jessica Meir, Sophie successfully completed US EVA-99, spending 6 hours 49 minutes outside the International Space Station. The duo completed a series of critical tasks in the vacuum of space, including replacing a key navigational aid to supporting future science upgrades and enhancing Station systems. Sophie has now logged an impressive 19 hours and 42 minutes of spacewalking time across three EVAs in just 15 days. Bravo Sophie! Read more 🔗 📽 Video courtesy of sen

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🚀🎶 ¡Feliz Navidad! Need some more inspiration for your Christmas party playlist? Look no further! 👉

🚀🎶 ¡Feliz Navidad! Need some more inspiration for your Christmas party playlist? Look no further! 👉

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August was a busy month at ESA 🌘👩‍🚀🚀🔴 Here's your monthly roundup from the European Space Agency. 🔗

August was a busy month at ESA 🌘👩‍🚀🚀🔴 Here's your monthly roundup from the European Space Agency. 🔗

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After a first spacewalk earlier this week, ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot is preparing to head back outside the International Space Station on 25 August to install a replacement communications antenna. Coverage starts at BST / CEST Watch live 👉 More info 👉

After a first spacewalk earlier this week, ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot is preparing to head back outside the International Space Station on 25 August to install a replacement communications antenna. Coverage starts at BST / CEST Watch live 👉 More info 👉

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Media invitation 📢 Ahead of our #FLEX mission and #Copernicus Sentinel-3C launch, media are invited to join our online briefings on 4 September in English, French, German and Italian. Register by 2 September and discover how these satellites will advance our understanding of Earth's vegetation, oceans, land, ice and atmosphere. 🔗

Media invitation 📢 Ahead of our #FLEX mission and #Copernicus Sentinel-3C launch, media are invited to join our online briefings on 4 September in English, French, German and Italian. Register by 2 September and discover how these satellites will advance our understanding of Earth's vegetation, oceans, land, ice and atmosphere. 🔗

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📆 This month at ESA: In July, the NASA Artemis II crew visited Europe to meet the teams behind Orion’s European Service Module. Meanwhile, ESA’s ESA's Hera mission mission upgraded its software in deep space, FLEX and Copernicus EU Sentinel-3C headed to Europe’s Spaceport and Adenot Sophie captured her most impressive views of Earth’s auroras yet!

📆 This month at ESA: In July, the NASA Artemis II crew visited Europe to meet the teams behind Orion’s European Service Module. Meanwhile, ESA’s ESA's Hera mission mission upgraded its software in deep space, FLEX and Copernicus EU Sentinel-3C headed to Europe’s Spaceport and Adenot Sophie captured her most impressive views of Earth’s auroras yet!

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Happy Earth Day! 🌎 🌍 🌏 To mark this special day, we’re tuning in to sen, the world’s first continuous 4K video livestream from space. Sen’s cameras are hosted on our Columbus module of the International International Space Station, with data delivered via the Airbus Space platform. Streaming in real time, it shows breathtaking views of our planet as the International Space Station passes over cities, oceans and deserts. Watch Earth from above, just like our astronaut Adenot Sophie does on the #εpsilon mission. 📹 Sen

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 🌍 🌏 To mark this special day, we’re tuning in to sen, the world’s first continuous 4K video livestream from space. Sen’s cameras are hosted on our Columbus module of the International International Space Station, with data delivered via the Airbus Space platform. Streaming in real time, it shows breathtaking views of our planet as the International Space Station passes over cities, oceans and deserts. Watch Earth from above, just like our astronaut Adenot Sophie does on the #εpsilon mission. 📹 Sen

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5,4,3,2,1 allumage Vulcain! 🚀 Relive the moment the first Ariane 6 launched from Centre spatial guyanais, French Guiana 👇 🔊Turn the sound all the way UP ⬆️ #GoAriane!

5,4,3,2,1 allumage Vulcain! 🚀 Relive the moment the first Ariane 6 launched from Centre spatial guyanais, French Guiana 👇 🔊Turn the sound all the way UP ⬆️ #GoAriane!

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#ComingSoon: Artemis II next launch opportunities open from 1 April 23:24 BST/2 April 00:24 CEST, our European Service Module powering NASA’s Orion spacecraft around the Moon! Stay tuned. 🚀 NASA Artemis Canadian Space Agency Airbus Space 📽️ ESA

#ComingSoon: Artemis II next launch opportunities open from 1 April 23:24 BST/2 April 00:24 CEST, our European Service Module powering NASA’s Orion spacecraft around the Moon! Stay tuned. 🚀 NASA Artemis Canadian Space Agency Airbus Space 📽️ ESA

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We are setting sail for safer space ⛵️ Space is full of junk. We want to establish a zero debris policy, which means if you put a spacecraft in orbit you have the responsibility to remove it. But how are we going to achieve this? Find out below 👇

We are setting sail for safer space ⛵️ Space is full of junk. We want to establish a zero debris policy, which means if you put a spacecraft in orbit you have the responsibility to remove it. But how are we going to achieve this? Find out below 👇

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LIFTOFF! 🚀 Ariane 6 #VA269, in its most powerful configuration yet, launching 36 @Amazonleo satellites. Arianespace Centre spatial guyanais CNES ESA Space Transport

LIFTOFF! 🚀 Ariane 6 #VA269, in its most powerful configuration yet, launching 36 @Amazonleo satellites. Arianespace Centre spatial guyanais CNES ESA Space Transport

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🎉 #50YearsOfESA: for half a century, we've been serving Europe as its space agency and inspiring its citizens. Join us this anniversary year to reflect not only on our past achievements, but also on our future perspectives!

🎉 #50YearsOfESA: for half a century, we've been serving Europe as its space agency and inspiring its citizens. Join us this anniversary year to reflect not only on our past achievements, but also on our future perspectives!

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Start 2026 on a radiant note with this breathtaking video of the Sun: our Solar Orbiter spacecraft captured a stunning plasma flare dancing above the solar surface. 🔥 🔗

Start 2026 on a radiant note with this breathtaking video of the Sun: our Solar Orbiter spacecraft captured a stunning plasma flare dancing above the solar surface. 🔥 🔗

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New research reveals vast clay deposits at our Rosalind Franklin rover landing site, pointing to a once water-rich Mars and strengthening the search for signs of past life. Read more: Human Spaceflight ESA Science

New research reveals vast clay deposits at our Rosalind Franklin rover landing site, pointing to a once water-rich Mars and strengthening the search for signs of past life. Read more: Human Spaceflight ESA Science

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Today, we’re launching ‘Strategy 2040’, laying out ESA’s future activities and priorities, with a clear and ambitious vision to cement Europe’s leadership in space. #Strategy2040 will evolve and grow over the years ahead. Read more 👉

Today, we’re launching ‘Strategy 2040’, laying out ESA’s future activities and priorities, with a clear and ambitious vision to cement Europe’s leadership in space. #Strategy2040 will evolve and grow over the years ahead. Read more 👉

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Artemis III crew announcement, a record-breaking Ariane 6, major science updates and more. Catch up on our main stories in June 2026. 👀

Artemis III crew announcement, a record-breaking Ariane 6, major science updates and more. Catch up on our main stories in June 2026. 👀

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