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ESA’s JUICE spacecraft to use September 28 Earth flyby to set course for Jupiter

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The European Space Agency’s Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer will pass close to Earth on September 28, using the encounter to change its speed and trajectory as it continues toward Jupiter. The maneuver is a key step in the spacecraft’s ongoing interplanetary journey.

Discovered 2026-09-23T14:35:25.445466-07:00 | 2026-09-23T14:35:25.445466-07:00

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  • JUICE’s September 28 Earth flyby will provide the spacecraft with a planned change in speed and direction on its route to Jupiter.
  • The encounter marks a significant operational milestone for ESA’s mission to study Jupiter and its icy moons.

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