NASA Plans Mission to Reboost Aging Swift Telescope

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Published: 2026-06-28T21:20:00Z
Category: science
Source: Los Angeles Times
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NASA is preparing a rescue mission to prevent its Swift observatory from re-entering Earth's atmosphere. The nearly 22-year-old telescope is experiencing orbital decay, prompting a rescheduled launch to reboost it. This effort aims to extend the operational life of the valuable scientific instrument.

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