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JUICE Spacecraft to Fly by Earth for Gravity Assist

Updated 2026-09-25 19:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

The Jupiter-bound spacecraft Juice is set to fly by Earth on Monday. This maneuver will provide a gravity assist, helping it reach the outer solar system and offering opportunities for scientific observations.

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Scientific American

Jupiter-bound spacecraft Juice to fly by Earth Monday

To get to the outer solar system, the Juice spacecraft needs an assist from Earth’s gravity—and it’s going to be taking pictures along the way

2026-09-25 12:00 UTC