NASA to Host Event for Swift Observatory Orbit Boost Mission Launch
NASA invites media to its Wallops Flight Facility for a launch event on June 17, showcasing a mission to enhance the orbit of the Swift Observatory.
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On June 17, 2026, NASA will hold an event at its Wallops Flight Facility, where media can observe the preparations for a significant mission.
The mission involves Northrop Grumman’s Pegasus XL rocket, which will carry the Katalyst robotic spacecraft tasked with raising the orbit of the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory.
The launch is scheduled for June 30, 2026, marking an important step in enhancing the capabilities of the Swift Observatory.
Updates
Update at 17:16 UTC on 2026-06-26
NASA News reported A mission to raise the orbit of NASA’s Swift observatory is poised for launch June 30.
Sources: NASA News