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Rosetta / Philae
The first landing on a comet.
Mission Overview
After a 10-year journey, the Rosetta spacecraft reached Comet 67P and deployed the tiny Philae lander to the comet's surface.
Learning from History
"It discovered that the water on the comet was chemically different from water on Earth, suggesting comets didn't bring water to our planet."
Mission Specs
| Year | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Country | ESA |
| Type | Lander |
| Destination | Comet 67P |
| Status | Success |
| Rocket | S-10 Thrusters |