Sentinel-1D in cleanroom

Secured to its multipurpose trolley, the assembly, integration and test team can manoeuvre the spacecraft to different positions as needed for integration operations and testing.

Together with its sibling Sentinel-1C, Sentinel-1D will significantly enhance the capabilities of the Copernicus Earth observation programme.

The mission will continue to deliver radar images of Earth’s surface, performing in all weathers, day-and-night, providing a service vital for users who depend on frequent updates of critical data, such as disaster response teams, environmental agencies, maritime authorities and climate scientists.

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