NASA’s Galileo Mission Ends with Spectacular Dive into Jupiter’s Atmosphere
On September 21, 2003, NASA’s Galileo spacecraft made its final descent, ending its historic 14-year mission by plunging into Jupiter’s atmosphere. This groundbreaking mission significantly expanded our understanding of Jupiter, its moons, and the vast solar system. Galileo’s mission left an indelible mark on space exploration, setting the stage for future research and deep space missions.