Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Swift Boost Mission

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 8, 2026 is “Swift Boost Mission,” a video. It is credited to Image Credit: Katalyst Space Text: Cecilia Chirenti ( NASA GSFC , UMCP , CRESST II ). The original explanation runs about 177 words.

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From the explanation

“Sometimes we can all use a little help from a friend . NASA ‘s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory needs a boost to stay in orbit after almost 22 years of service.”

— APOD editors, July 8, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
July 8, 2026
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: Katalyst Space Text: Cecilia Chirenti ( NASA GSFC , UMCP , CRESST II )
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 177 words

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Source

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