Katalyst Space Technologies plans Pegasus XL launch to rescue NASA's Swift observatory

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NASA's Swift observatory, falling out of orbit, will be rescued by a targeted rocket launch. Katalyst Space Technologies will use a Northrop Grumman Pegasus XL rocket in June 2026 to launch its LINK spacecraft. This mission aims to boost Swift's orbit and extend its scientific life. The Pegasus XL's air-launch capability is crucial for achieving the required orbital inclination. Swift was launched in 2004 and is currently at an altitude of approximately 400 km.


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