NASA Ends Swift Gamma-Ray Observatory Mission Following Unsuccessful Rescue

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Published: 2026-10-27
Category: science
Source: KeepTrack
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NASA has officially concluded the Swift gamma-ray observatory mission, which began in 2004, after efforts to rescue the satellite proved unsuccessful. The observatory, known for its crucial role in detecting and studying gamma-ray bursts, will now decay uncontrolled. This marks the end of a significant mission in astrophysics.

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