Comet Interceptor key visual

ESA’s Comet Interceptor will be the first mission to visit a comet coming directly from the outer reaches of the Sun's realm, carrying material untouched since the dawn of the Solar System.

After launch, the spacecraft will be 'parked' in space before moving to intercept a suitable pristine comet. When the comet is near, the main spacecraft will release two probes to observe the comet from multiple directions at the same time.

Comet Interceptor is an ESA-led mission in collaboration with JAXA.

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