Lucy Launch Trailer

  • Released Friday, October 15, 2021
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On Oct. 16, 2021, our Lucy spacecraft will begin its journey to visit a record-breaking number of asteroids. The 12-year mission starts from NASA's Kennedy Space Center where it'll launch aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V 401 rocket.

Lucy’s first launch attempt in its 21-day launch window is scheduled for 5:34 a.m. EDT on Oct. 16. Launch coverage starts at 5 a.m. EDT on NASA TV, the NASA app, and @NASA social media. Be a part of Lucy's historic launch day by using the hashtag #LucyMission!



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This page was originally published on Friday, October 15, 2021.
This page was last updated on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 1:43 PM EDT.


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