http://www.jaxa.jp/press/2010/12/20101208_akatsuki_e.html http://spacecoalition.com/blog/japans-venus-orbiter-not-injected-into-planned-orbit
The spacecraft is now in solar orbit and still operating. The next opportunity for orbital insertion is in 6 years. 73s Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
