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The GO was given, the operation is underway, our livestream has begun. Follow along as #BepiColombo executes the MTM separation sequence and enters the next phase of its journey to #Mercury. ☀️🌑🛰️

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BepiColombo begins high-risk final approach to Mercury as twin probes prepare to separate

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#ESA's BepiColombo #spacecraft is getting ready to arrive at its destination. After a journey of 8 years, it will go into an orbit around #Mercury in just a few hours. 🛰️

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🟢 GO for MTM separation.

The Mission Control Team has the green light to proceed with #BepiColombo's MTM separation. ✅

The spacecraft is configured, the team is ready, and the first milestone of #Mercury arrival is underway. 🛰️

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Nearly eight years. 9.9 billion kilometres. 2 years of cumulative thrusting.☀️🌑🛰️

Today, #BepiColombo and its Mercury Transfer Module part ways.

Thank you, MTM, for making the journey possible.

Farewell, old friend.💙

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Today is the day! 🎉

After 8 years, @esa.int / #JAXA's #BepiColombo begins its arrival at #Mercury! ☀️🌑🛰️

Watch MTM separation live from ESA's mission control on YouTube today at 13:45 CEST!

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