ESA Cluster Mission Spacecraft Scheduled for Earth Reentry

The final two spacecraft from ESA's Cluster mission, Samba and Tango, are slated for atmospheric reentry on August 31 and September 1, 2026. This event concludes a mission that significantly advanced understanding of Earth's magnetic environment. Their controlled reentries offer a unique scientific opportunity for observation, providing data to improve future spacecraft designs for complete disintegration and reduced ground risk.