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Infrared Space Observatory

The Infrared Space Observatory (ISO) was an ESA infrared space telescope operated with ISAS and NASA cooperation, launched in 1995 and completing roughly 30,000 scientific observations before mission end in 1998.

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Name
Infrared Space Observatory
Status
retired

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The Infrared Space Observatory (ISO) was an ESA infrared space telescope operated with ISAS and NASA cooperation, launched in 1995 and completing roughly 30,000 scientific observations before mission end in 1998.
First Flight Date
1995-11-17
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August 15, 2026 at 17:23:36 UTC
Updated Time
August 15, 2026 at 17:23:36 UTC

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Last Flight Date
1998-05-16
Vehicle Code
ISO