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Parker Solar Probe Spacecraft

The exact active Parker Solar Probe spacecraft launched on a Delta IV Heavy with Star 48BV upper stage, became the first spacecraft to fly through the solar corona, and completed its 28th solar close approach in June 2026.

Identity

Aliases
Parker Solar ProbeSolar Probe PlusPSP
Name
Parker Solar Probe Spacecraft
Slug
parker-solar-probe-spacecraft
Status
active

Details

Description
The exact active Parker Solar Probe spacecraft launched on a Delta IV Heavy with Star 48BV upper stage, became the first spacecraft to fly through the solar corona, and completed its 28th solar close approach in June 2026.
Manufacturer Id
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Operator Id
vn7egd2rqcsc07cmkp421ewc1h8af313
Vehicle Family Id
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Creation Time
7/17/2026, 3:16:35 AM
Updated Time
7/17/2026, 3:16:35 AM

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First Flight Date
2018-08-12
Vehicle Code
PSP