And, now, after an oh-so-smooth
launch, the Phoenix Mission has entered cruise stage.
NASA Phoenix Mars Mission news: Phoenix Heads for Mars, Spacecraft Healthy
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The Phoenix spacecraft has separated from the Delta II rocket and ground controllers at NASA's Deep Space Network have acquired its signal and begun assessing its health. The solar panels that will power the mission's cruise phase will be deployed and Phoenix will be pointed to best receive solar power and communicate with Earth.
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On to a safe Mars entry, descent and landing in May 2008!
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Are we there yet?