The Phoenix Mars Lander is on track and headed for Mars. After making a slight course adjustment on October 24, during which the vessel fired its correction thrusters for 45.9sec, the Phoenix is en route to land on Mars on May 25, 2008. The lander will need four more minor adjustment during its trip before entering the Martian atmosphere. The Phoenix is going to set down in the arctics of Mars to dig and search for clues of microbial life. Weather patterns will also be investigated with this solar-powered craft.
http://www.marsdaily.com/reports/Phoenix_Tasks_En_Route_To_Mars_Include_Course_Tweak_And_Gear_Checks_999.html
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