50 years after Viking 1's historic Mars landing, NASA is looking to the Red Planet's skies
NASA is preparing for the 'Skyfall' mission in 2028, which will deploy three helicopters to Mars to continue exploration efforts. This follows the 50th anniversary of the Viking 1 landing, which provided early, albeit complex, data on the potential for life on the planet.
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Advancements in Martian aerial exploration represent the next phase of planetary science, building on decades of surface-level research.
Solar System Mars 50 years after Viking 1's historic Mars landing, NASA is looking to the Red Planet's skies News By Mike Wall Published 20 July 2026 The Skyfall mission will launch three helicopters to Mars in 2028.
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