Space · Topic 106 of 119
Launch Windows
⭐ MasteredA launch window is the period of time when a rocket can launch to reach its target. Launch windows depend on the positions of planets, because the spacecraft must travel in the right direction.
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Some planetary missions have only a few days each year when they can launch successfully.
All about Launch Windows
A launch window is the period of time when a rocket can launch to reach its target. Launch windows depend on the positions of planets, because a spacecraft must travel in the right direction to reach its destination efficiently. If the window is missed, the mission may have to wait months or years.
Some planetary missions have only a few days each year when they can launch successfully. Teams plan missions carefully around these windows.
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